The Solomont School of Nursing offers state-of-the-art laboratory and simulation experiences that prepare you for the real world.
As a student in our program, you'll build skills and confidence in the Donna Manning Simulation Laboratories. By interacting with high-fidelity adult, pediatric and maternal manikins or simulated patients (trained actors), you'll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills before advancing to your clinical rotations.
After Matthew Fowler's mother underwent heart surgery, he observed the nurses, who worked with both intelligence and kindness. The experience inspired him to choose nursing as his career.
Coral Gonzalez set her sights on becoming a nurse after she was hospitalized in middle school. The Honors College student won one of the first Oprah Winfrey Scholarships to help her succeed.
Jessica Dossantos chose UMass Lowell for its patient simulation labs – and because her twin sister liked the university, too.
Caroline Owusu lost an internship because of the COVID-19 pandemic – and found a passion for research.
