Welcome to the Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing

Welcome to the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing. This is an exciting and interesting time to be in nursing. The critical nursing shortage is leading to multiple options for those interested in the profession. Jobs are available nationwide in a wide range of settings, offering excellent salaries, with opportunities for growth. The Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing prepares nurses at a variety of levels. A 12 month technical certificate program in Practical Nursing, a 2 year Associate of Applied Science Program, a traditional 4 year Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a RN – BSN Online completion program are offered. Our students receive excellent clinical preparation within health care systems located throughout the Fort Smith and surrounding community.

The Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing has an atmosphere that is student friendly and future-oriented. Prospective students will join a community of distinguished faculty and student scholars in which students have a major role in shaping their personal futures, the future of the nursing, and the School. Students in the School of Nursing are prepared to meet current and future health care demands in today's challenging and evolving health care system. Curriculum in all programs is designed to ensure that nurses contribute as an equal partner in the interdisciplinary health care arena. You are encouraged to explore the School of Nursing web site, offering information about the many programs in nursing, to find the specific program to meet your academic goal.