Rowan-Virtua Rita and Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions

Integrity. Empowerment. Excellence.

Building upon the strengths of two well-established departments, the Rita & Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions empowers health and wellness professionals and enhances their skills and collaborative capacity to provide care and expertise for their community.

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Nursing

Our undergraduate and graduate nursing programs are committed to serving our communities through innovative nursing education and evidence-based practice.

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Allied Health/Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapists are in demand in hospitals, sleep labs, home care and doctor's offices. Start your path to professional practice and leadership with us.

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Health and Exercise Science

Our programs in public health, wellness, exercise science, nutrition, and athletic training prepare graduates for careers that improve the lives of others.

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About our School

Our school equips health and wellness professionals and enhances their skills and collaborative capacity to provide care and expertise.

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Student Resources

We are invested in our students' commitment to learning and advancement and offer many resources to ensure those dreams are realized.

Rowan-Virtua medical students
Virtua Health College

The Rowan-Virtua partnership provides comprehensive integration of medical, nursing, health and wellness professions, clinical care and research.

Perseverance and faith: RN to BSN graduate gives back to community that supported her

“People want to know that you care for them and you love them; I want to approach everyone in that manner, so that they know they have at least one person,” Briana Nelson says. Nelson, who is set to graduate in May, knows all too well how powerful community can be.