University of Findlay Honored for Excellence in Undergraduate Nursing Education

Findlay, Ohio — The nursing workforce shortage is one of the most pressing challenges facing the American healthcare system, and the solution begins with exceptional nursing education. Colleges of Distinction has named the University of Findlay a 2026-2027 Nursing College of Distinction, recognizing an undergraduate program that prepares students to become the nurses that patients, colleagues, and communities rely on.

“Nursing education has to accomplish something extraordinary,” said Tyson Schritter, Chief Operating Officer at Colleges of Distinction. “It has to produce graduates who are clinically sharp, emotionally grounded, and prepared for a healthcare environment that never stops changing. The University of Findlay does that—and does it consistently.”

To receive this distinction, Findlay demonstrated excellence in the following areas:

• Stability
• Faculty Excellence
• Accreditation
• Practical Experience
• High Mastery Rates
• Liberal Arts Exposure
• High-Impact Practices
• Industry Connections

“Every patient deserves a nurse who is not only trained, but truly prepared,” Schritter added. “University of Findlay graduates enter the field with the clinical skill, the ethical foundation, and the human compassion that great nursing requires. The communities they serve are fortunate to have them.”

To explore Findlay’s profile and Nursing program, visit https://www.findlay.edu/academics/health-professions/nursing/. 

About Colleges of Distinction

Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has been committed to recognizing schools across the United States for their exceptional contributions to higher education. Member institutions within the Colleges of Distinction consortium distinguish themselves through their unwavering focus on providing an outstanding undergraduate experience. Their website offers dynamic college profiles, customized tools, and valuable resources for students, parents, and high school counselors. For more information and to discover how to become a College of Distinction, visit CollegesofDistinction.com.