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    Discover exceptional nursing education at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Our School of Nursing offers accredited programs, including BSN, MSN, DNP, and post-master's certificates in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner specialties. Approved by the Texas Board of Nursing and CCNE accredited, we prepare future leaders in healthcare.

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    Explore comprehensive nursing programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Family Nurse Practitioner, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). With online, campus, and hybrid options, these accredited programs provide the knowledge and skills to excel in patient care, critical thinking, and advanced nursing practice.

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    The UTRGV School of Nursing Student Success Network supports nursing students through mentorship, academic coaching, and experiential learning. Led by Dean Dr. Lilia Fuentes, the program enhances student resilience, career readiness, and professional growth. Key faculty members, including Dr. Rebecca Hernandez and Dr. Roda Galang, provide dedicated academic guidance and mentorship.

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    The UTRGV School of Nursing offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, including BSN, MSN, and DNP options. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and extensive student resources, the school prepares future nurses for successful careers. Empower student success by donating to support innovative nursing education and leadership development today.

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UTRGV nursing faculty Dr. Nora Martinez teaching students

UTRGV nursing faculty Dr. Nora Martinez certifies as sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE)

Dr. Nora Martinez joins a small number of nurses across the Rio Grande Valley who can perform the two-to-three-hour evidence-gathering exams on ...

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UTRGV School of Nursing faculty and students ‘learn and serve’ at Penitas clinic

While many college students sleep in on weekends, UTRGV School of Nursing students in the NURS 4202 Community Health Clinical course get up early ...

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UTRGV kicks off its 10-year anniversary this Fall 2025 semester.

UTRGV Marks Decade of Excellence

This year, as The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley commemorates its 10th anniversary, we reflect on a decade filled with notable ...

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UTRGV Day celebrates the university's 10-year anniversary this year.

UTRGV Day kicks off university’s 10-year anniversary celebration

From freshmen to seniors, and across the Upper to the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Vaquero spirit was on full display on UTRGV Day as the university ...

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Where are they Now

Adriana Moreno 

The career path of Adriana Moreno, a former UTRGV School of Nursing BSN and MSN graduate, has led her to be an entrepreneur!  Learn more about her education and career and her advice to students and future nurses!

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At UTRGV, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our nursing students are the embodiment of this belief, striving to become the best in their field. With state-of-the-art facilities, innovative programs, and mentorship from experienced professionals, we’re setting them up for success in every healthcare setting imaginable.

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