CCNE Grants CDU BSN Program Full 10-Year Accreditation
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) has earned a 10-year accreditation for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), extending through June 30, 2035.
Launched in 2021, the BSN program is designed to prepare individuals for careers as licensed registered nurses. It was followed by CDU’s most recent addition, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to BSN program.
The CCNE granted accreditation following a rigorous evaluation based on the CCNE Standards for Accreditation of Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing Programs. The accreditation is effective September 25, 2025, with the next on-site evaluation scheduled for fall 2034.
“This accreditation reflects the hard work of our faculty, staff, and students, and affirms the strength of our program,” said Delia Santana, PhD, RN, CNS, MSN/MPH, Chief Nursing Officer & Vice Provost of Clinical Affiliations and Academic Services. “We are committed to continuously improving our program, developing our faculty, and aligning our curriculum with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Essentials.
The mission of the Charles R. Drew University College of Nursing (MMDCON) is to prepare highly skilled and qualified nurse leaders who are committed to social justice and health equity for underserved populations to foster a world without health disparities.
