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Announcement : Program Accreditation

The BSN and the MSN programs in TVFSON are going through their re-accreditation process, including a visit in March 2021. Do you have thoughts about the BSN or MSN programs? Your comments are welcomed and encouraged. All of your comments will be used by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) -- the body responsible for accrediting the School of Nursing programs at SJSU -- to build a picture of the programs and their effectiveness. Please share your comments by emailing: thirdpartycomments@ccneaccreditation.org. All comments must be received by CCNE by February 22, 2021. If you have any questions about the process, please contact CCNE staff at 202-887-6791 x268.

Nursing students practicing in the skills lab.
Nursing students practicing in the skills lab.

Consider a Career in Nursing

The Valley Foundation School of Nursing offers a clear pathway, from a Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice, for a vibrant career in all levels of nursing. The Baccalaureate program provides the opportunity for students to acquire a liberal and professional education as a foundation for practice and advanced education. Additionally, the Master's and Doctorate programs develop specialists in advanced nursing practice. We aim to provide educational excellence in the science and art of professional nursing to empower our graduates to be responsible and knowledgeable clinicians, leaders, educators, and scholars who strive to meet changing global healthcare needs.

Nursing students participating in clinical simulation.
Nursing students participating in clinical simulation.

Read what students are saying about TVFSON:

“The professors were very supportive, informative, caring and nurturing. The program is challenging but it makes us [the] best nurses after completing. I commuted every day from Richmond, CA because this program is the best in [the] Bay Area.”

Future Student Advising

Group advising is offered for students interested in applying to programs within TVFSON. General information about the programs and the steps to apply are discussed at these sessions. All prospective students are highly encouraged to attend! No reservations needed and open to the public.

Accreditation

TVFSON programs are all accredited, or in the process of accreditation, by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).San José State University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges.

In Honor of Sandra Diaz

Beloved Nurse and Teacher, Sandra Diaz, passed earlier this month. In her honor, a student scholarship has been created. Wish to donate to the fund, supporting future nurses?

Visit giving.sjsu.edu

  • Scroll down, and click on the blue Give Now button.
  • Select your donation amount
  • Click Choose a Giving Opportunity, and select Other. A new window will pop up.
  • In the pop up, click on Other and Continue
  • Type in "Nursing Scholarships 40163-503401," and complete the remaining prompts.

Wish to give via mail? Make your check out to Tower Foundation, with note/memo of "Nursing Scholarships 40163-503401." Mail checks to SJSU Advancement Services, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0256.