Sentara College of Health Sciences

Sentara College of Health Sciences is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Chesapeake, Virginia, situated within a large city setting. The college enrolls 515 students (IPEDS 2023) and focuses exclusively on health sciences education, preparing graduates for clinical careers across multiple disciplines.

The college offers a focused range of health-related programs. Students can pursue an Associate degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse or Nursing Practice, or advance to a Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Additional certificate programs include Surgical Technology/Technologist and Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist, providing pathways into specialized clinical roles.

Located in Chesapeake, VA, within the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, Sentara College of Health Sciences benefits from its affiliation with a regional health system, offering students access to clinical training environments. The college serves students seeking focused, career-oriented health sciences credentials at the certificate, associate, and bachelor's degree levels.