Articles from Rasmussen University

Rasmussen University is pleased to host its 12th Annual Women’s Leadership Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 28 at 8:00 a.m. Central. This no-cost event will be held virtually, with local viewing parties at five Rasmussen locations in Florida, Illinois and Minnesota. All are welcome to register and attend.

Rasmussen University will host its sixth annual Virtual Career Fair on Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CDT. Participants can network and discuss qualifications on an active list of open positions with up to 50 leading employers nationwide through live chat or video. This event is online and open to the public at no cost.

Rasmussen University is pleased to announce it has raised over $20,000 to date for the “I Have A Dream” Foundation®, an organization that works to ensure young people have the opportunity to pursue higher education, fulfill their potential and achieve their dreams. Fundraising is still ongoing, and since March 2021, as part of Rasmussen’s referral program, the University has donated $5 to the foundation for each valid student referral received.

Rasmussen University today announced the opening of its newly combined Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka campus, a consolidation and relocation of its Brooklyn Park/Maple Grove and Blaine campuses. Classes are now underway at the new campus located at 5555 96th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission1, announced today the launch of three new CCNE-accredited2 Master of Science in Nursing – Nurse Practitioner specializations including Pediatric Primary Care, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care and Family.*

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), announced today the launch of a new, accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. With the launch of this new program, Rasmussen University will work to prepare graduates for the world of healthcare and the physical therapist’s role in delivering patient-centered care, focusing on how to become a well-rounded physical therapist, health advocate and thought leader in our evolving healthcare system. The degree will be earned through a flexible and hybrid educational model that embraces learner, faculty and community collaboration and partnerships.

Rasmussen University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, will celebrate an in-person Twin Cities metro graduation ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m. at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium in Saint Paul, Minn. Approximately 700 students from 2021 and 2022 have registered for this event, making it one of the largest graduations in recent history.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced the merger and relocation of its Brooklyn Park/Maple Grove and Blaine campuses to a brand-new, enhanced space—opening in summer 2022. The new combined campus, located at 5555 96th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, will be named the Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka campus. At approximately 40,000 square feet, the site will be the largest Rasmussen campus in the Twin Cities. This campus evolution enables the University to offer students greater access to learning opportunities and brings all of their dynamic programming together in one central location. Classes begin at the new Hennepin/Anoka campus in early July.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced the launch of its best value on an Associate’s degree from its Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, now available for $15K or less. This new offering builds on Rasmussen’s focus of flexibility and support and gives students the ability to earn an affordable, convenient Associate’s degree at a fraction of the cost.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced the launch of its Master of Science in Nursing Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialization. The new Nurse Practitioner (NP) specialization is the fourth specialization in the University’s MSN portfolio, which allow students to take their Nursing career to a new level of practice.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate’s degree program at its Ocala campus has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)*. Accreditation signifies the program meets or exceeds standards and criteria for educational quality in physical therapist assistant curriculum and prepares students to work successfully in the profession upon graduation.

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission*, will host its 11th Annual Women’s Leadership Breakfast on Fri, Oct. 29 at 8:00 a.m. Central. This no-cost event will be held virtually this year. All are welcome to register and attend.

Rasmussen University, a private university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission1, today announced its CCNE-accredited2, accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program now offers a new hybrid schedule option for qualified students enrolling in Rasmussen’s North Dakota and Wisconsin campuses. The new scheduling increases options for students and individuals interested in a nursing degree by incorporating greater flexibility and lessening geographic barriers.

Rasmussen University, a private university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission1, today announced the opening of its brand-new Eagan, Minn., campus. The Rasmussen University Eagan campus is now located at 1305 Corporate Center Drive—just three miles from its former location. Classes begin Oct. 4.

Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, today announced the rebranding of its Flex Choice® learning options to Empowered LearningTM and Knowledge CreditTM. Empowered Learning is Rasmussen’s name for competency-based education (CBE). CBE puts students in the driver’s seat and allows them to manage their own pace by using previous experience to demonstrate skills in project-based courses. Knowledge Credit is Rasmussen University’s name for prior learning assessment offerings, which allow students to earn credit for the knowledge and experiences they already have. Together, these flexible learning options allow students to save time and money and adapt their education to their life.

Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, is hosting its fifth-annual Virtual Career Fair on Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CDT. Participants can network and discuss qualifications and open positions with up to 85 leading employers nationwide through live chat or video.

Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, today announced the relocation of its Eagan, Minn., campus to a brand-new, enhanced space—opening in fall 2021. The new Rasmussen University Eagan campus, located at 1305 Corporate Center Drive, is just three miles from the current campus. Construction is underway with classes beginning this October. The Eagan campus will continue to serve students at the current location until the new campus opens.

Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, today announced the relocation and opening of its brand-new Tampa/Brandon campus. Classes at the new campus, located at 330 Brandon Town Center Drive in Brandon, Fla., begin July 6. This campus evolution enables the University to offer students greater access to learning opportunities and provide adequate space for a growing student population, faculty and staff. It is also the second Rasmussen University campus upgrade in the Tampa Bay area this year. In January, Rasmussen began serving students at its new Central Pasco campus.

Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, will give back to its local communities during its 13th annual Community Service Day on Fri., June 11. Around 1,000 employees from the University’s 23 campus locations, two central offices and one regional office are encouraged to volunteer within their local communities during this annual one-day event.