Northern Division
Rural Charm; Big-City Capabilities
State-of-the-art classrooms, large hospital labs, computer labs, high-tech simulation rooms and clinical skills labs facilitate the best possible learning experiences for you in a rural community. The Northern Division is located in a beautiful, modern, state-of-the-art facility on the Northeast Community College campus. Nestled in the heart of Northeast Nebraska, Norfolk offers everything you would want: first-class recreation, community festivals, award-winning attractions, unique shopping and progressive community life.
At the Northern Division, undergraduate and graduate programs are offered using a wide variety of learning technologies. Students learn from experienced nursing faculty with a wealth of clinical knowledge and specialization in nursing. Clinical experiences encompass a diverse range and involve rotations in rural acute and community settings. Rural hospitals support student learning, fostering strong relationships between students, faculty, nursing staff and patients receiving care. As a learner, you will receive personal attention while you are supported in your studies. Stress reduction and health promotion activities are encouraged to help you do your best in the rigorous program of study. Community activities and recreation at the North Fork Whitewater Park are encouraged!
Local Donation Helps Fund New Nursing Building
The J. Paul and Eleanor McIntosh building which houses the College of Nursing in Norfolk is named for McIntosh and his wife, who provided major funding to place the division on the campus of Northeast Community College in Norfolk.
Fast Facts
Nursing education across Nebraska
incoming traditional BSN students - 2024/2025
College of Nursing - Northern Division Faculty
UNMC opens J. Paul and Eleanor McIntosh College of Nursing