The four specific educational goals of the Conway School of Nursing, as identified by the faculty, are:

1. Educational programs are implemented to meet the missions of the University, the Conway School of Nursing, and the standards set by the profession and societal needs.
2. The climate and environment in the Conway School of Nursing facilitates faculty and student research and scholarly activities.
3. A competitive market position is maintained to enroll a sufficient number of qualified students of diverse backgrounds to support the excellence of the educational programs.
4. Contributions to the health care of people are made through an emphasis on Christian, moral, and spiritual value systems within the context of Catholic teachings.