Welcome, international students!
 We invite you to learn more about the Graduate Nursing
Program at Villanova University College of Nursing. Our experience with
international students
helps us identify what is important for your learning
needs. We offer master’s degree study,
post-master’s certificates and doctoral
study which are enhanced by the diverse experiences and viewpoints that
our students bring to the program. Graduate study is an exciting part of
your professional career and we encourage you to discover what makes Villanova
Nursing unique.
“Villanova enlightened me to two very important
facts: where I can be, and what I need to do to get there…The skills and
knowledge I received at Villanova gave me the essential foundation for
constituting my professional personality.”
Yasser Al-Khatib,’01, Lebanon.
"Without doubt, Villanova University and its people have raised
my head up and helped me to achieve my goal."
Saida Al-Harthy, '05, Sultanate of Oman |
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| Our international students
Since 1992, the Graduate Nursing Program has enrolled international students
who seek their advanced degree in nursing. They come from a variety of countries
such as: |
• Botswana
• Brazil
• Indonesia
• Nigeria
• Palestinian West Bank
• Kenya |
• Kingdom of Jordan
• Lebanon
• People’s Republic of China
• Sultanate of Oman
• Taiwan |
| "We have learned the importance
of evidence-based practice and how to search for scientific evidence to
make changes and improve practice in our health care systems. We have
learned how to be good leaders and be the role models to other health
care providers…We will take all of our new knowledge and critical thinking
methods with us, to improve health services in Oman.”
Saida Al-Harthy, '05, Sultanate of Oman
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 Our
international alumni have advanced into leadership positions in their
countries
and in the United States where they make a difference in nursing and health
care. Just a few of these distinguished alumni are listed here:<br>
- Salwa Al-Obeisat-Hweidi, MSN ’95, dean, Faculty of Nursing, The Hashemite
University, Zarqa, Jordan
- Samira S. M. Al-Rawahi, MSN ’97, senior nurse tutor and coordinator
for nursing administration program, Office of the Director of Nursing
Affairs, Ministry of Health, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
- Mohammed Al-Riyami, MSN ’96, dean, Muscat Nursing Institute, Muscat,
Sultanate of Oman
- Abdallah Al-Rubaiey, MSN ’97, dean, Oman Specialized Nursing Institute,
Ruwi, Sultanate of Oman
- Li-Ling Lin, ’97 M.S.N., assistant professor, Department of Nursing,
Chang Jung Christian University, South Taiwan
- Serah Nthenge, MSN ’04, Volunteer nursing educator with Samaritan’s
Purse in Lui, Sudan
- Sr. Angela Onyemere, ’04 BSN, current MSN student, nurse midwife,
Nigeria
- Bing Bing Qi, MSN ’94, doctoral student, University of Maryland and
adjunct faculty, Villanova University College of Nursing
- Muhammad Subu, MSN ’03, director of nursing training, Nursing School,
Binawan Institute of Health Sciences, Jakarta, Indonesia
"The study of education is wonderful and
challenging. The faculty members have been supportive and the leadership
preparation is phenomenal."
Sr. Angela Onyemere,
’04 BSN, ’06 MSN, Nursing Education
Nigeria |
| A welcoming environment
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The College of Nursing makes every
effort to anticipate the special needs of its international students. In
addition to offering a nationally and internationally known Graduate Nursing
Program, the College encourages its students to participate in academic
and social activities to integrate themselves into campus life at Villanova.
There are other international students to meet and international student
groups that may interest you.
"We did not feel isolated. We felt at home."
Saida Al-Harthy, '05, Sultanate of Oman |
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The International
Student Services Office (ISSO) at Villanova University offers a myriad
of services to international students. The staff provides assistance with:
• immigration rights and responsibilities
• educational, social and personal counseling
• cultural adjustment issues
• campus and community activities
The ISSO also sponsors an annual Association, language orientation program,
a host family program, the International Students club and an international
newsletter and magazine.
 The
University welcomes students of any faith and is conveniently located
near a mosque, a Greek Orthodox church, Roman Catholic churches, synagogues
and other places of worship.
A quiet campus, a convenient
location
Villanova
University’s picturesque 254-acre campus is located just 12 miles outside
one of the
great American cities, Philadelphia. The excitement and
opportunities of the city are just a short train ride away, with the train
station right on campus next to the College of Nursing. Visit http://www.gophila.com/
for more information about Philadelphia.
Villanova's campus in Villanova, Pennsylvania, is tranquil and beautiful.
Originally the charming country estate of merchant and Revolutionary War
officer John Rudolph, the campus now includes more than 60 attractive
buildings and is recognized as a national arboretum.
Learn more about Villanova
and the application process Villanova’s Office of University Admission has more information for
international students as well as answers
to some of your questions and an overview
of the university. If you have questions about the Graduate Nursing Program
after reviewing our web pages, please
contact
us. We look forward to hearing from you. |
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