School of Nursing

OHSU School of Nursing in Bend

Three OHSU nursing students sit outside on campus in Bend.
OHSU's accelerated nursing program in Bend, Oregon offers an affordable path to a nursing degree in just 15 months.

Earn an accelerated B.S. in nursing from OHSU in Bend

Complete a nursing degree in 15 months in scenic Central Oregon. 

  • Live, study and complete clinicals in Bend, the heart of Oregon’s “outdoor playground.” 
  • Choose a top nursing school that provides broad-scope learning and diverse patient-care opportunities.   
  • Enjoy affordable tuition and explore OHSU’s wide range of scholarships. 

Programs

Degrees you can earn at OHSU’s School of Nursing in Bend:

Student experience

  • Study in a small group of the same eight students throughout your program. 
  • Take classes in OHSU’s dedicated space on the campus of Central Oregon Community College. Develop your skills in the nursing skills lab, theory rooms and the state-of-the-art simulation center. 
  • Access Central Oregon Community College’s library. 
  • Start hands-on clinical work in your first term at St. Charles Hospital in Bend and nearby locations in the community. 
  • Enjoy Bend’s year-round active lifestyle, with easy access to outdoor adventures like skiing, hiking, kayaking and more.  
  • Learn from the best in the field. OHSU faculty members are experienced nurses with advanced degrees.   
  • Earn your degree and prepare to launch your nursing career in just 15 months.