The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University and the Georgia Institute of Technology have established a partnership aimed at increasing the number of qualified nurses in Georgia. The agreement allows eligible Georgia Tech graduates with a bachelor’s degree to enroll in Emory’s Master of Nursing (MN) program.
Emory’s MN program is designed for students who hold bachelor’s degrees in fields other than nursing. The 15-month course prepares them to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), which is required to become a registered nurse.
This five-year collaboration builds on Emory’s existing partnerships with other Atlanta-area institutions, including Spelman College, Agnes Scott College, and Oglethorpe University. The goal is to address workforce shortages and strengthen nursing education in the region.
“Partnering with Georgia Tech represents another exciting step forward for nursing education,” said Linda McCauley, dean of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing. “Together, we’re expanding opportunities for future nurses and ensuring that our communities and health systems have the skilled professionals they need to thrive.”
Georgia Tech Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Student Success Steven Girardot also expressed support for the initiative. “We are excited to participate in a program that will develop future leaders in nursing,” said Girardot. “This direct pathway opens doors for our graduates to launch meaningful careers in nursing, living out our motto of ‘Progress and Service’ in the most impactful way.”
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University is recognized as one of the top nursing schools nationally, offering undergraduate through doctoral programs. Georgia Tech is a leading public research university with more than 53,000 students from across the U.S. and over 146 countries.
