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Six graduates from the Frankford Hospital School of Nursing's Class of 1917 stand before the American flag for their graduation photo.

The Aria Health School of Nursing, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania State University, provides a unique educational program, which has gained a reputation for nursing excellence. Year after year our graduates express pride in their achievements, both academic and clinical.

The unique 2 year, 10 month program of study at Aria Health School of Nursing leads to a Diploma in Nursing. Since the early 1970s, the Aria Health School of Nursing, formerly known as Frankford Hospital School of Nursing, has been affiliated with the Pennsylvania State University (PSU). This affiliation allows students to take the college course work, which is required to obtain an RN diploma at the School of Nursing. These credits also give students a fast track to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in the Aria - Penn State Collaborative RN-BS program with the completion of an additional four courses. The availability of this program is a testament to Aria's commitment not only to its current students, but also to the career development of its alumni, as well.

Our Graduates feel they are well prepared to meet the challenges of the nursing profession in the twenty-first century. This high quality educational program provides them with the knowledge and credentials to obtain a professional position as a registered nurse.

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