Supporting Future Nurses

We are dedicated to student success and academic excellence.

EWU Nursing Program

The EWU Nursing program, now in its second year, is preparing students for a rewarding career in nursing at a time when there is a critical shortage of nurses throughout the state and nation. EWU Nursing accepts a cohort of 40 students in the Fall and another 40 students in the Spring. EWU will graduate its first cohort of nurses in Spring 2025.

Our graduates will enter the nursing profession as lifelong learners who practice with integrity and compassion while caring for people across their lifespans, in various healthcare settings. The Nursing BSN degree provides hands-on learning experiences that create a culture of excellence in the art and science of nursing.

Support the Nursing Program

Nursing Student Success Fund

This fund provides critical support for nursing students by covering the costs of student activities and mentorship opportunities. Contributions help with:

Professional organization membership dues
On-campus networking events
Travel and conference registrations
Participation in the AACN Student Policy Summit
Need-based stipends for rural nurse internships
Nursing technician licensing fees
Study abroad tuition and travel
Student emergency assistance

Support the Nursing Student Success Fund

Why Support Nursing at EWU?

Top Education

Track record in educating the top providers in Dental Hygiene, Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies.

Workforce Needs

Continuing 140-plus year tradition of educating top professionals.

Career Preparation

Longtime proven success in preparing pre-nursing students for admission to competitive programs.

Job Opportunities

A nationwide Nursing shortage means there are positions in diverse health care specialties waiting to be filled.

Cutting-edge Classes

Offers hands-on learning enhanced by clinical placements and simulation technology with support systems for students.

Affordable Degrees

Provides quality degrees for high-demand fields at an affordable price.

About the SIERR Building

Eastern’s nursing program is housed inside the SIERR Building in the University District and is part of the growing “Health Peninsula” in Spokane. This unique location creates the optimal hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences — and builds upon partnerships with nearby hospitals, clinics and health education centers to create a comprehensive learning experience.

“With a scholarship, I can work less and focus more on my studies.” Brooklyn Parkey, Nursing student

How You Can Make an Impact

Giving Opportunities

Nursing Program Naming Opportunity

$5 million

Endowed Scholarships

$25,000 each

Center of Excellence: Medical Simulation Suites

$600,000

Faculty Endowed Positions

$250,000 each

Center for Excellence Includes:

Two medical simulation suites and a nursing skills lab mimic hospital rooms and include human patient simulators, hospital furnishings, equipment and the necessary technology to run realistic and diverse healthcare scenarios, and record them for learning.

A 5-bed nursing skills lab where up to 20 students can practice and learn a wide range of skills and techniques.
2 medical simulation suites with a control room to run high-fidelity simulation scenarios.
3 diverse, adult manikins plus 2 geriatric manikins
Youth manikin
Baby birthing simulation package and equipment
Furniture, including hospital beds and other equipment

Eastern received support from the Washington State Legislature in 2022 to create a cutting-edge nursing education center with advanced technology. EWU is leveraging this support with private fundraising to ensure our nursing graduates have an optimal environment that positions them to be the providers of the future.