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ORLANDO (Feb. 12, 2026)—Rasmussen University is proud to announce the opening of a new campus in Orlando, Fla. further expanding its footprint in Central Florida and reinforcing its long-standing commitment to educating the region’s future nurses. Located at 8541 Southpark Circle, the new Orlando campus increases access to high-quality nursing education while helping address critical healthcare workforce shortages across the region.
“Rasmussen has proudly served Central Florida since 2007. This new campus reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting student success while addressing the region’s critical healthcare needs,” said Mark Arnold, president of Rasmussen University. “With the healthcare industry facing significant staffing challenges—particularly in nursing—expanding our presence in Orlando and introducing an LPN program allows us to create new entry points into the nursing profession and strengthen the local healthcare workforce.”
Purpose-built to support hands-on learning, the two-story Orlando campus features well-equipped nursing skills and simulation labs, collaborative classrooms, and dedicated spaces for faculty and student engagement. These learning environments incorporate modern technology and realistic clinical tools to help prepare students for success in today’s healthcare settings.
“We are thrilled to officially open our Orlando campus and welcome students from across Orange, Osceola, and surrounding counties,” said Cherokee Pineda, campus executive director, Rasmussen University—Orlando. “Alongside our North Orlando and Ocala campuses, this new location strengthens our ability to serve Central Florida students and supports the region’s growing demand for well-prepared nursing professionals.”
About the Rasmussen University Nursing Programs
Rasmussen University offers a full nursing education ladder, providing multiple entry points and pathways for students at different stages of their careers. Programs available at the new Orlando campus as satellite offerings of Rasmussen University’s Ocala Practical Nursing (LPN), Professional Nursing (ADN), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs include:
Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN): Designed for students seeking entry into the nursing profession, this program prepares students for the NCLEX-PN® licensing exam and licensure as licensed practical nurses (LPNs), with opportunities to bridge into the ADN or BSN program for career advancement.
ACEN-accredited1 Professional Nursing Associate’s Degree (ADN): Designed for students seeking to enter the nursing profession and become registered nurses.
CCNE-accredited2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): For students pursuing bachelor’s-level preparation in nursing, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and career readiness.
Rasmussen University is a national leader in prelicensure nursing education, offering programs that range from LPN to ADN and BSN degrees, as well as graduate-level Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. Students learn from experienced faculty, train in modern simulation centers, and gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations with healthcare partners.
1The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Ocala campus (with an off-campus instructional site in North Orlando and Orlando) located in Ocala, Florida, is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
2The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
About Rasmussen University: Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission—an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org)—is committed to enriching our communities by providing innovative, career-ready higher learning and outstanding healthcare education. The University offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses across the country across eight areas of study. Since 1900, Rasmussen has been creating opportunities, transforming lives, and strengthening communities through person-centered career-focused education. In 2025, the University proudly celebrated 125 years of empowering students to achieve their goals and make a lasting impact. Rasmussen University is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). Learn more at www.rasmussen.edu.
