LAWRENCE, Kan. — The University of Kansas' Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program was ranked among the best in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.

KU's nursing program was ranked 25th among public schools and 40th overall among the 687 accredited BSN programs listed. They were also ranked number one in the state of Kansas.

The rankings are based on peer assessments completed by representatives from schools of nursing across the country, rating each university's nursing undergraduate program. U.S. News then determines the rankings using the average rating each institution received.

"The future is bright here," said Jean Foret Giddens, dean of KU School of Nursing. "KU School of Nursing delivers a quality education for our students. Our faculty prepare our graduates t

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