Program Overview

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Introduction to the School of Nursing

The School of Nursing offers a variety of programs, including Bachelor's Programs, Online Master's Programs, and D.N.P. and Ph.D. Programs.

Bachelor's Programs

• Bachelor of Science (3-year)
• Accelerated Bachelor of Science
• Online RN to B.S. Degree
• On-Campus Post-A.A.S. to B.S.
• Online B.S. in Nursing Concurrent Enrollment
• Dual Admissions: B.S. to Advanced Degrees

Online Master's Programs

• Health Systems and Organizational Leadership
• Master's in Nursing Education

D.N.P. and Ph.D. Programs

• Ph.D. in Nursing Degree
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Degree (AGACNP)
• Family Nurse Practitioner Degree (FNP)
• Nurse Anesthesia Degree
• Nurse-Midwifery Degree
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Degree
• Post-Master's D.N.P. (online)

Locations

The School of Nursing has several locations, including:

• Ashland Campus
• Bend Program
• Klamath Falls Campus
• La Grande Campus
• Monmouth Campus
• Portland Campus

Nurse-Midwifery D.N.P. Program

The Nurse-Midwifery D.N.P. program at OHSU is a top-ranked program that offers diverse clinical experiences. The program prepares students to provide advanced prenatal, birth, and postpartum care.

Program Details

• Top-ranked program: Ranked No. 3 nurse-midwifery program in the nation.
• Expert faculty and mentors: Work with faculty who bring decades of experience in midwifery practice, teaching, and leadership.
• Diverse clinical experiences: Gain more than 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice at hospitals, clinics, and birth centers, including opportunities to attend water births.
• Clinicals set up for you: OHSU handles your clinical placements and preceptors, so you can focus on learning.
• Ultrasound training included: You'll learn formal obstetric ultrasound as part of the program.
• Proven success: 2024 American Midwifery Certification Board pass rate = 100%

Admission and Application Requirements

Admissions Requirements

• B.S.N. or B.S. with a major in nursing by the time you start the program
• RN license: If you don't have one, you can get conditional admission, but you need a license before your first clinical course.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA (all undergraduate and graduate level coursework)
• Preferred science GPA of 3.0

How to Apply

• Application will reopen in Aug. 2026.
• Go to Nursing CAS and apply.
• Enter your college courses in Nursing CAS.
• Submit 3 letters of reference, your resume, and application essays in Nursing CAS.
• Send transcripts to Nursing CAS.

Tuition and Scholarships

• Cost: $713 per credit for Oregon residents and $926 for non-residents.
• Scholarships: Access more nursing scholarships than ever before. You may also qualify for loan forgiveness and repayment programs.

Classes and Degree Requirements

You need 116 credits to earn your nurse-midwifery degree. This includes 31 credits from clinical practicum courses (1,000 clinical hours) and 7 credits from D.N.P. project courses.

Why Earn Your Nurse-Midwifery Degree at OHSU?

During OHSU's nurse-midwifery program, you'll learn from leading health care experts and graduate with a degree from Oregon's only academic health center.

• Practice full-scope midwifery: Train in Oregon, where nurse-midwives can practice independently and offer complete reproductive health care.
• One-on-one clinical training: Work directly with faculty preceptors in midwifery clinics, birthing rooms, mother-baby units, triage units, and lactation clinics.
• Community connections: Benefit from strong partnerships with the American College of Nurse-Midwives' local affiliate and Portland's active home birth community.

Nurse-Midwifery D.N.P Degree Program FAQs

Are Scholarships Available to Become a Nurse-Midwife Practitioner?

OHSU offers a variety of scholarships to help fund your degree. Loan repayment options are available for D.N.P. students.

What Areas of Care Will I Study in the Nurse-Midwifery Program?

In the nurse-midwifery program, you'll study a wide range of care areas, including:

• Pregnancy and childbirth: You'll learn to provide prenatal, labor, and postpartum care for expecting mothers and their infants.
• Reproductive health: You'll gain expertise in providing gynecologic care, family planning, and supporting women's health at every stage.
• Obstetric ultrasound: You'll receive formal training in obstetric ultrasound as part of your studies.
• Cultural and social factors: You'll explore how culture, tradition, and social, economic, and political forces impact women's health.
• Clinical skills: You'll train in birthing rooms, clinics, mother-baby units, lactation clinics, and more.
• Leadership and policy: You'll study clinical leadership and policy to prepare for roles that shape the future of midwifery care.

What Hands-on Experience Will I Get in the Nurse-Midwifery Program?

In the nurse-midwifery program, you'll gain hands-on experience at OHSU's Nurse-Midwifery Faculty Practice, which has provided care for over 30 years. You'll work directly with experienced faculty preceptors in outpatient clinics, birthing rooms, mother-baby units, and lactation clinics.

What Career Opportunities Are Available for Nurse-Midwifery Graduates?

As a nurse-midwifery graduate, you'll have many career opportunities, especially in Oregon. You'll be able to work in hospitals, attend home births, or provide care at places like Planned Parenthood and private ob-gyn offices.

How Are Clinical Placements and Preceptors Arranged?

OHSU arranges both your clinical placements and preceptors. We work with top preceptors across Oregon, so you'll learn from some of the best in the state.

How Long Does It Take to Become a Nurse-Midwife Practitioner?

The OHSU nurse-midwifery program takes three years to complete, including clinical training and coursework.

Accreditation

OHSU is accredited by the NWCCU, and OHSU School of Nursing is accredited by the CCNE. The nurse-midwifery program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education through 2033.