School of Nursing

Through a community of faith and scholarship, the Benedictine College School of Nursing provides an evidence-based education with direct and indirect clinical experiences to prepare future nurse leaders. We are forming these generalist professionals to deliver person-centered; ethical; holistic; compassionate; and safe and effective nursing care. 

Request for Comments – 2026 Accreditation Review

Dear Nursing Program Constituents and Community Partners,

The Department of Nursing at Benedictine College is pleased to announce its upcoming accreditation review by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). From September 30, 2026, through October 2, 2026, a CCNE evaluation team will conduct an on-site visit of our baccalaureate nursing program.

In accordance with CCNE accreditation procedures, we cordially invite all program stakeholders—including students, alumni, faculty, employers, and community partners—to submit written, third-party comments regarding our program’s qualifications for accreditation.

Comment Requirements & Submission Process

Please note the following CCNE requirements for all submissions:

• Content: Comments must be written in English and directly address the CCNE standards for accreditation.
• Signature: All submissions must be signed. CCNE does not accept anonymous comments.
• Confidentiality: All feedback is shared directly with the on-site evaluation team. Your comments and identity are kept strictly confidential from Benedictine College.
• Deadline: CCNE must receive all written comments by September 9, 2026 (21 days prior to the start of our site visit).

You may submit your signed comments directly to CCNE through one of the following methods:

Email: thirdpartycomments@ccneaccreditation.org

Mail:

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Attn: Third-Party Comments
655 K Street, NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001