秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing Named #1 Nursing Program in Alabama
MOBILE, Ala.聽鈥� The 秋霞福利一区 is celebrating another milestone of excellence as the 秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing is named the #1 Nursing Program in Alabama by .
With nursing job openings expected to rise 8% by 2030, Alabama is considered one of the best states for launching a nursing career and seeking job security in the healthcare field, says in its 2026 Best Nursing Schools in Alabama ranking.
秋霞福利一区鈥檚 top-ranked programs place students at the center of this opportunity, providing an academically strong, faith-driven foundation that equips graduates to step confidently into a variety of healthcare settings.
President Affirms Mission and Momentum
鈥淏eing recognized as the #1 Nursing Program in Alabama is both an honor and a responsibility,鈥� said 秋霞福利一区 President Charles Smith.
鈥淚t affirms the excellence of our students and faculty, but more importantly, it highlights the mission that drives us. At the 秋霞福利一区, we are preparing nurses who not only meet the highest professional standards but also embody Christ-centered compassion in every patient interaction.
鈥淭his recognition reflects our calling to multiply Kingdom leaders who will bring healing and hope to the world.鈥�
秋霞福利一区鈥檚 Nursing Program Earns State鈥檚 Top Spot
Sally Worthington, outreach coordinator for , said 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 recognition as the #1 Nursing Program in Alabama is more than just a ranking.
鈥淚t reflects the daily work faculty, staff and students put into creating a strong academic experience, one that prepares graduates to step into nursing careers with confidence,鈥� Worthington said.
presents the definitive ranking of the best nursing schools in Alabama, focusing exclusively on NCLEX pass rates to provide future nurses with clear, data-driven insights. This comprehensive analysis highlights top nursing programs based on their ability to prepare students for successful licensure outcomes.
This top distinction recognizes 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 Associate Degree in Nursing, Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs for their outstanding performance in preparing graduates for the NCLEX licensing exam 鈥� the gold standard for entering the nursing profession.
With 100% NCLEX pass rates and 100% job placement, 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 nursing programs consistently deliver graduates who are fully prepared and in demand.
Faith & Faculty Commitment Drives 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 Distinction
Dr. Sarah Witherspoon, dean of the 秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing, said the ranking reflects the daily work of a team fully dedicated to helping students succeed in the nursing profession and throughout their lives.
鈥淥ur nursing program combines rigorous academics with extensive hands-on learning and a foundation of Christian values. We prepare nurses who are not only highly skilled, but who approach their patients with compassion, integrity and a deep sense of calling,鈥� Witherspoon said.
The 秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing is part of the Celia Wallace College of Health Professions, which also includes the School of Nurse Anesthesia and the School of Health and Sports Science.
At 秋霞福利一区, students can pursue a seamless educational journey from ADN to BSN to a variety of master鈥檚 degrees and doctoral degrees, gaining the knowledge, experience and spiritual grounding to make a difference in healthcare and in the world.
鈥淲e give God all the glory for this honor, and I am so thankful for the exceptional faculty who pour their knowledge, experience and heart for Christ into every student,鈥� Witherspoon said.
Excellence Validated by National Accreditation
In June 2025, 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 School of Nursing earned the maximum 10-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) 鈥� a prestigious affirmation of quality that covers its bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral programs through 2035.
Apply Now, Scholarships Available
The 秋霞福利一区 is accepting applications now for students interested in enrolling in the School of Nursing and other programs in the College of Health Professions.
Interested students can apply now at umobile.edu/um-info. To learn more about the 秋霞福利一区, attend a 秋霞福利一区 Day or schedule a private campus visit at umobile.edu/umday-info.
About the 秋霞福利一区
The 秋霞福利一区 is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence 鈥淔or Christ & His Kingdom.鈥� With a vision to 鈥淢ultiply Kingdom Leaders for the Glory of God and the Good of the World,鈥� the university honors God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known.
The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, 秋霞福利一区 offers associate, bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at umobile.edu/um-info and connect with 秋霞福利一区 on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
Kathy Dean uses her passion for storytelling and “playing with words” to share the stories of people, place and purpose that make the 秋霞福利一区 unique. As associate vice president for university communications, she manages media relations, edits the TorchLight alumni magazine, and oversees university communications. A former award-winning journalist, she is a two-time recipient of the Baptist Communicators Association grand prize for feature writing. Kathy and her husband, Chuck, live with three extremely loud miniature schnauzers.
