WHY JOIN NEXus?
Expand Access. Reduce Burden. Strengthen Programs.
NEXus connects schools of nursing through a collaborative course-sharing network, allowing institutions to:
- Expand graduate course offerings without increasing faculty load
- Reduce instructional burden through shared teaching
- Provide flexible course access for students across programs
- Save approximately $18,000 per student sent
- Support the advancement of nursing education and the preparation of future nurse scientists
20th ANNIVERSARY MEMBERSHIP: A New Approach to Participation
As part of the 20th enrollment anniversary, NEXus is introducing a new membership approach aligned with institutional needs.
Membership Details
- $2,000 annual membership
- 50/50 tuition share on courses taught
- Three-year commitment
- Participation in the NEXus 20th Anniversary Cohort (2026-2027)
ONBOARDING NEW MEMBERS
New members will join as part of the NEXus 20th Anniversary Cohort (2026-2027).
Institutions are admitted in phases through Executive Committee review:
- October 2026 (priority group)
- March 2027
- June 2027.Institutions applying earlier receive priority consideration for onboarding and course planning.
Institutions may begin participation in fall, spring or summer, with membership fees prorated accordingly.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
NEXus is best designed for institutions that:
- Offer or are developing graduate nursing programs including Master’s, DNP, and PhD Programs
- Seek to expand online course access for students
- Aim to strengthen program capacity while managing faculty workload
- Are leveraging collaborative approaches to course delivery and program support
- Value partnership and resource-sharing across institutions
NEXT STEPS
- Connect with the Project Director, Anne Boerner, to discuss your institution’s fit and timing. Email or setup a conversation.
- Review the application steps.
- Ready to apply? Submit the application for the next upcoming review cycle. Priority consideration for October review.