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The University of Tulsa Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences

TU's Oxley College of Health Sciences combines Nursing, Kinesiology and Rehabilitative Sciences, and

The Oxley College of Health Sciences is The University of Tulsa’s newest college, bringing together the School of Nursing and the Departments of Kinesiology and Rehabilitative Sciences (Athletic Training/Exercise & Sports Science) and Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology). Additionally, the college houses TU’s faculty of Community Medicine and will advance the university

’s strong partnership with the Laureate Institute for Brain Research. Interdisciplinary study is key to the College of Health Sciences, where students and faculty are encouraged to collaborate with other departments – and other colleges – to uncover solutions. Oxley College students can learn from their peers in engineering, law, psychology, computer science and business. Off campus, representatives from the college are encouraged to make a difference in the community where healthcare needs are many. Service learning is an important facet of a TU education, and health sciences is a field where a university can be a change agent.

06/03/2026

Are you considering your next step in nursing education?

Our next application deadline for our online Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs is June 30!

Whether you’re preparing to enter the field, advance into leadership, or expand your clinical expertise, now is a good time to start exploring which pathway aligns with your goals.

Learn more about the programs and how to apply:

What’s Next for Nursing? You Decide.The University of Tulsa trains confident and competent nurses who are prepared to shape the future of nursing. If you’re ready to advance your path to positive…

06/02/2026

What does the path from RN to MSN actually look like? 👩‍⚕️

For many nurses, it’s less about “going back to school” and more about opening new doors over time.

Whether your goal is bedside leadership, education, informatics, public health, or something else entirely, swipe through to learn more about the pathway that fits your goals.

05/28/2026

Strong nurses are built on a foundation of essential knowledge.

From understanding how the body works to safely administering medications and promoting long-term health, the “3 P’s” are at the core of effective patient care and career growth.

Learn how the 3 P’s shape better outcomes and strong careers in our latest blog post:

The 3 Ps improve patient outcomes. Exactly what are the 3 Ps in nursing, and how do nurses build these critical skills?

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

We’re also proud to support the student veterans and service members in The University of Tulsa community who continue that legacy of service every day.

05/21/2026

With a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), nurses gain the skills to lead, innovate, and bring evidence-based solutions into real-world practice.

It’s not just about advancing your career — it’s about shaping the future of health care.

Click through to explore five benefits of earning a DNP degree.💙

05/19/2026

Nurse mentors play a critical role in shaping the next generation by offering real-world insight, emotional support, and the kind of guidance you can’t learn from a textbook.

Read more about the importance of nurse mentors in our latest blog article, and tag your own mentor in the comments to show them some appreciation!

As frontline medical workers, nurses have one of the most physically and mentally demanding jobs in health care. For new nurses, the long shifts, quick pace, and intensity of the work can sometimes…

05/15/2026

For 17 years, BreAnna Nygren served as an Air Force medic with a clear goal in mind: to become a nurse, just like her mother.

However, for a long time, that path felt out of reach. Traditional programs didn’t offer the flexibility she needed to balance full-time service with clinical requirements.

Then everything changed. Her journey is a reminder that the right opportunity can change everything. 💙

05/14/2026

Becoming a nurse practitioner is more than just a career move. It’s an opportunity to expand your impact, grow as a leader, and care for patients in a more meaningful way.

From greater autonomy to the ability to influence patient outcomes on a larger scale, nurses are taking this next step for so many reasons.

Click through for five reasons to become an NP →

05/11/2026

Every nursing career starts somewhere, but where it leads can make all the difference.

For Sarah McAuliff, it began with a personal inspiration and grew into a career spanning patient care, advanced practice, and now academic leadership.

Through her work with The University of Tulsa’s Family Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Nursing Practice (FNP, DNP) program, she’s helping nurses expand their impact while preparing them to lead at the systems level, apply evidence-based practice, and step into roles that go far beyond the bedside.

Read her story and explore what’s possible with a DNP: https://online.utulsa.edu/blog/sarah-mcauliff/

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1215 S. Boulder Avenue
Tulsa, OK
74119

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+19186312619

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http://healthsciences.utulsa.edu/

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