This Marks the University’s Fifth Recognition Since 2008
The School of Nursing has been recognized as a National League for Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for 2025—a national distinction placing Duquesne University among an elite group of 21 nursing programs across the United States. It also marks the nursing school’s fifth designation since 2008.
Duquesne University is one of just 12 institutions recognized in the “Enhancing Student Learning and Professional Development” category, affirming the nursing school’s dedication to preparing nursing professionals who always think bigger, and whose ingenuity is driven by compassion and empathy.
“This fifth Center-of-Excellence designation from the National League for Nursing just as we celebrate learning of the School of Nursing’s 96.43% first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate for testers in the 2024-2025 academic year truly reflects the continued strengths of our programs and the dedication of our amazing faculty and students,” said Duquesne Nursing Dean Dr. Mary Ellen Glasgow.
These accolades support the Duquesne University School of Nursing as a national model and leader for top-ranked interdisciplinary and interprofessional programs that offer rigorous academic work, hands-on training and a strong emphasis on ethical values.
“We have all heard, ‘It takes a village,’” said Dr. Beverly Malone, NLN president and chief executive officer. “Nowhere is that truer than in the shared vision and values, mutual support, respect and inclusivity among faculty, leadership and students that must come together for an extraordinary nursing program to be nationally recognized for their innovation and commitment in becoming an NLN Center of Excellence.”
Duquesne University
Founded in 1878, Duquesne is consistently ranked among the nation’s top Catholic universities for its award-winning faculty and horizon-expanding education. A campus of nearly 8,200 graduate and undergraduate students, Duquesne prepares students by having them work alongside faculty to discover and reach their goals. The University’s academic programs, community service and commitment to equity and opportunity in the Pittsburgh region have earned national acclaim.
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