Summer Springboard
Nursing
ON THE CAMPUS OF UC SAN DIEGO
STEP INTO THE WORLD OF NURSING AND PATIENT CARE.
This is a two-week program where you’ll focus on one course for the entire duration.
Nursing @ UC San Diego
- Discover the fundamental concepts of caring, such as anatomy, communication, physiology, and public health promotion.
- Understand patient health history and how to apply treatment plans.
- Enhance critical thinking and apply theoretical knowledge in practice.
- Develop decision-making and leadership abilities.
- Acquire hands-on experience through nursing simulations.
- Engage with guest speakers who bring first-hand expertise, participate in patient care discussions, and visit simulation labs.
Summer Springboard
Nursing
About This Course
Nursing is the largest, the most diverse, and one of the most respected of all healthcare professions. Nursing employment is expected to increase by 9% by 2030, post-pandemic, progressively more students have been considering this career path. Nurses are responsible for providing primary health care and specialty services to individuals, families, and communities. Discover the diverse career opportunities and what a day in the life of a nurse looks like. During the program, students will learn the fundamental concepts of caring and gain an interesting perspective on how patient care is provided.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
This program combines essential knowledge with practical experience. Students explore key concepts like anatomy, communication, physiology, and public health promotion, while developing skills in research and evidence-based practice. The program emphasizes critical thinking, helping students apply theory to real-world situations, strengthen decision-making, and build leadership abilities. Through nursing simulations and interactive experiences—such as visits to simulation labs and community health centers—students gain valuable, hands-on insight into the day-to-day work of nurses.
Career Exploration
Students will visit the UCSD Simulation Center where they will get to interact with a SIM Man, ultrasound machines, and practice CPR.
RESOURCES
Course Infosheet
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“I had a great time! I was able to get a lot of freedom as a rising sophomore in high school. I was able to meet people from all over the world, network and cultivate long lasting friendships. Showed a lot of interesting things about myself and future career and college plans. Thanks SSB @ UCSD!”
– Remy K. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Nursing
Meet Your Instructor
Kimya P. Owens, RN-BSN has over twelve years of experience as a registered nurse and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), while also completing her training as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a focus on Family Practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of California San Diego and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University San Marcos. Kimya is deeply passionate about health promotion and education. She has served as a community nursing educator in public health and has held diverse clinical roles, including postpartum nursing, clinical evaluation, and adolescent care within a nonprofit organization. Her dedication to health, wellness, and meaningful connection with others continues to drive her work both in clinical practice and in her work as a mother and wife with her family at home. She is committed to advancing patient-centered care, education, and improving health outcomes through evidence-based practice and compassionate leadership.
KIMYA OWENS
“Overall this is one of the best camp experiences I have had! I’ve learned so much from this 2 week course (at UC San Diego) and made so many new connections with many different people!!”
– Naveen N. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Nursing
Dates & Tuition
| 2027 Dates |
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| Session 1: June 20 – July 2, 2027 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $5,998* |
| Commuter Tuition: $3,298* |
| Course Supplement: $250 |
*Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: San Diego |
| State: California |
| Campus: UC San Diego |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.