Discover what it’s like to be a nurse in this immersive one-week program! Explore the core principles of nursing practice and build hands-on skills in our state-of-the-art lab and simulation center, guided by experienced professionals. Gain confidence, learn life-saving techniques, and earn your CPR certification.

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## About the Institute

The Summer Nursing Institute is a one-week program held twice in July, designed to introduce students to the core principles of nursing practice and to explore nursing as a career and profession. The program is led by nursing faculty in collaboration with an upper-class nursing student, providing both academic and peer-guided learning experiences

This educational experience emphasizes *learning by doing*, allowing students to practice selected technical skills in the Conway School of Nursing’s skills lab and simulation center. Throughout the week, the Institute integrates professional and moral values, with a focus on human dignity as a framework for understanding nursing’s role in promoting human flourishing during illness.

 

 

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## Summer Dates for 2026:

**Students can choose from one of two sessions:**

- July 12-17, 2026
- July 19-24, 2026

## Tuition

This year, we are offering a flat rate tuition for all students attending the Institute. Students can commute to campus each day or choose to stay in the dorms for an additional fee. Students in residence will have full-time supervision by our excellent RA team, most of whom will be nursing students. Please see the rates below**:**

- **Institute Tuition:** $750
- **Room & Board Tuition:** $550

*Students who wish to reside in the campus residence halls for the duration of the program must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the Institute. Students who do not meet this requirement are welcome to participate as commuters.*

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*Note: Applications for this program are temporarily closed. We've been overwhelmed by the incredible interest in this institute. Come back soon!*

*If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please email us at* [*summersessions@cua.edu*](mailto:summersessions@cua.edu) *and specify which session you are interested in.*