Dominican University New York

Dominican University, in Orangeburg, New York, is a private four-year Catholic university with nursing education grounded in service, ethics, and patient-centered care. Its nursing pathway is designed for students preparing for professional practice, with coursework that builds skills in health assessment, pharmacology, evidence-based practice, communication, leadership, and clinical judgment. Depending on the track, learning may include campus-based study with supervised clinical experiences, and some programs may blend classroom and online coursework.

The program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. Dominican offers a more personal learning environment than many larger nearby nursing schools, which may appeal to students who want close faculty support and a values-based campus culture. Public details on exact credit totals and clinical-hour requirements can vary by track, so students should confirm current program specifics directly with the university.