Take the Next Step in Your Healthcare Career at Rivier
Prepare to advance your career as a nursing professional at Rivier University through one of our top-rated ASN or accelerated BSN programs. Pursue one of our Professional Studies degrees, where you can complete your BSN online, or join us on campus for our Accelerated BSN, ASN, and LPN to ASN programs.
- Accelerated B.S. in Nursing
- A.S. in Nursing (On campus)
- A.S. in Nursing - LPN to ASN (On campus)
- B.S. in Nursing - RN to BSN (Online)
We’re here to help you meet your goals with career-ready skills built from hands-on learning through work in our state-of-the-art labs and clinical experiences. Take the next step and start building the future of your dreams today!
Recognition and Rankings
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Top 5 Best Online Colleges in New Hampshire for 2025 (No. 1 among private institutions) by UniversityHQ -
#1 Nursing School in New Hampshire by Nursing Schools Almanac -
The Best Colleges of Distinction in the Northeast
Learn in New Hampshire's #1 Nursing Program
Based on our academic quality and the results we produce for our students, we’ve been ranked the #1 Nursing School in NH by Nursing Schools Alamanac and we have the #1 ranked RN to BSN Online Program in NH (RNtoMSN.org). Even if you’re learning online, you’ll build in-demand skills and graduate ready to make a change in your professional life.
Discover Your Full Potential at Rivier University
No matter where you are in your academic or professional journey, a Rivier University Professional Studies program will help you build a successful future. Easily fit your degree into your busy schedule with flexible on-campus or online courses and join a community of learners ready to support your goals. Gain in-demand skills, and graduate with a future filled with new possibilities.
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Our Professional Studies Programs
We offer a variety of Professional Studies programs to help you meet your goals, and we’ll work with you to tailor your degree to your prior education and experience. Programs are guided by world-class faculty with industry experience, and courses are offered on campus in the evenings or in a fully online format so you have options on how to best fit your education into your life.
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We'll Help You Invest in Your Education
Choosing how to finance your degree comes with questions, and we’re here to answer them. Our support staff can help at all steps of the process, including determining which type of financial aid is best for your needs, helping you fill out your FAFSA, or whatever else you may need.
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Attend an Information Session
To help you learn more about Rivier, we offer a variety of virtual information sessions for our Professional Studies programs. Sessions are hosted live via Zoom. You'll learn more about your program of interest and the admissions process from the program director, have the opportunity to ask questions, and meet members of our faculty and potential peers.
Experience Rivier Nursing
Open your future to new possibilities with a nursing degree from Rivier. In our programs, we’ll prepare you for an advanced career as a nursing professional, and you’ll become a valued member of a community dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Judi O’Hara,The most valuable lesson I can teach my students is to respect the human dignity of each individual. This is the essence of the nursing profession and the mission of the University.
Assistant Professor and Director of Undergraduate Nursing Programs
What's New at Rivier?
Driven by innovation and a commitment to elevating the student experience, we’ve introduced a variety of campus-wide enhancements. From updated classrooms to state-of-the-art labs at our campus in Nashua, New Hampshire, choosing a Rivier education means putting yourself at the forefront of your career.
Get More Information
Let us know how best to get in touch so we can share more about how we can help you achieve your career goals.
Thanks for Your Interest in Rivier University!
We’ll be in touch with more information soon. In the meantime, learn more about us and how we can help you reach your goals. Or if you’re ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply today!
Discover Your Full Potential at Rivier University
No matter where you are in your academic or professional journey, a Rivier University Professional Studies program will help you build a successful future. Easily fit your degree into your busy schedule with flexible in-person or online courses and join a community of learners ready to support your goals. Gain in-demand skills, and graduate with a future filled with new possibilities.
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Our Professional Studies Programs
We offer a variety of Professional Studies programs to help you meet your goals, and we’ll work with you to tailor your degree to your prior education and experience. Programs are guided by world-class faculty with industry experience, and courses are offered on campus in the evenings or in a fully online format so you have options on how to best fit your education into your life.
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We'll Help You Invest in Your Education
Choosing how to finance your degree comes with questions, and we’re here to answer them. Our support staff can help at all steps of the process, including determining which type of financial aid is best for your needs, helping you fill out your FAFSA, or whatever else you may need.
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Attend an Information Session
To help you learn more about Rivier, we offer a variety of virtual information sessions for our Professional Studies programs. Sessions are hosted live via Zoom. You'll learn more about your program of interest and the admissions process from the program director, have the opportunity to ask questions, and meet members of our faculty and potential peers.
Experience Rivier Nursing
Open your future to new possibilities with a nursing degree from Rivier. In our programs, we’ll prepare you for an advanced career as a nursing professional, and you’ll become a valued member of a community dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Apply to Rivier Today!
Ready to take the next step in your professional life by earning your degree at Rivier University? Submit your application today with:
- No application fee
- A priority admissions decision
- Dedicated admissions support
How Can We Help?
If there’s anything we can do to support you while you decide where to continue your education, please don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We welcome the opportunity to connect with you!