West Penn Hospital School of Nursing
We offer a high-quality education and unique learning environment designed to help you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed as a nurse.
Prospective students
Start your nursing journey with us.
Learn from experienced nurse educators: Our faculty bring real-world experience and a passion for teaching into the classroom. You'll benefit from their guidance and expertise throughout your journey.
Gain hands-on skills and practical knowledge: State-of-the-art simulation labs and clinical rotations at our partner hospitals offer invaluable real-world experience, building your confidence and preparing you for the diverse challenges of the nursing profession.
Explore your interests and pursue your passion: We offer a range of specializations, allowing you to focus your studies and build a career in the nursing areas that appeal to you.
Connect with a supportive community: Our small class sizes allow for a close-knit group where you can build lasting friendships and work one-on-one with your instructors.
Invest in your future without financial stress: We offer affordable tuition and various financial aid options to achieve your nursing career goals.
Fasttrack your education: Graduate from the program 22 months and take your RN licensure exam.
Application Deadlines
Full Time Program RN (22 Months)
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Classes begin August 18, 2025
Information Sessions
We encourage you to attend one of our information sessions to tour the school, meet students and faculty, and have your questions answered.
Financial Aid
Many of our students take advantage of a wide variety of financial aid programs. We have dedicated staff who can assist you in finding and applying for financial aid, as well as creating a financial plan to pay for the program.
Outcomes
Graduates of the West Penn Hospital School of Nursing regularly achieve above-average first-time NCLEX pass rates and first-year job placements.
Current students' section
We encourage our students to regularly visit the student portal to stay informed about schedules, events, and grades. You can also access the most current version of the Student Handbook on the student portal.
Alumni
Graduates of West Penn Hospital School of Nursing can stay connected with former classmates here.
If you need a copy of your transcript, click this link.
Accreditation
The diploma nursing program at West Penn Hospital School of Nursing is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the diploma nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
For more information about ACEN accreditation, or concerns regarding the nursing program please contact:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
(404) 975-5000
Fax: 404-975-5020
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program by using the ACEN Program Search.
Public notice of upcoming accreditation visit by the ACEN.
Approval
The diploma nursing program at Western Penn Hospital School of Nursing is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.*
Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
P.O. Box 2649
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649
(717) 783-7142
ST-NURSE@pa.gov
For concerns regarding the nursing program, visit: Students Complaints at pa.gov.
Professional Licensure Notice
In earning your professional RN diploma from West Penn School of Nursing, you will meet all the necessary requirements to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) and become eligible for licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Pennsylvania.
Visit nursinglicensure.org for specific state requirements.
Student and alumni testimonials
“You're in clinicals week one and practicing the skills that you’re learning in class. The class sizes are small, so you get one-on-one time with instructors anytime you need it. If you want help, it’s there, and the instructors are fantastic, knowledgeable, and great clinically.”
“What makes this school special are the relationships you make, whether that's with fellow students, nurses, or doctors. And you make lifelong friends.”
“You really get the feeling that everybody genuinely cares about your success, from the secretary to the director of the school. They’re willing to go out of their way to help you.”
“You’ll meet in classes and form these special connections with each other, become friends, and support each other. You will definitely meet your people.”
Contact us
The West Penn Hospital School of Nursing building is located across South Millvale Avenue from the main entrance to West Penn Hospital.
West Penn Hospital School of Nursing
4900 Friendship Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
GET DIRECTIONS
(412) 578-5766
Fax: (412) 578-1837
SONadmissions@ahn.org
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Professional Licensure Notice. In earning your Professional RN Diploma from the Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing, you will meet all the necessary requirements to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX – RN) and become eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Pennsylvania. Our graduates have also taken NCLEX-RN and have been deemed eligible for initial licensure in the following states: Arizona, California, Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. If you plan to practice nursing in a state not listed above, please visit nursinglicensure.org for specific state requirements.
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