State Approved and Accredited Nursing Program

The Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing is dedicated to improving healthcare for all through transformational nursing education, committed and responsive leadership, and meaningful scholarship. In doing so, it maintains accreditation at both the university and nursing school levels.

By attending our accredited nursing program in Lynnwood, near Seattle, Washington, you will receive a quality nursing education that prepares you to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN®)—the final step toward becoming a licensed registered nurse.

University Accreditation

Pacific Lutheran University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), located at 8060 165th Ave NE, Suite 100, Redmond, WA 98052; (425) 558-4224.

Nursing Program Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Pacific Lutheran University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

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Nursing Approvals

The Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing programs are approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing.

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