Shorter University

Shorter University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution located in Rome, Georgia, within a small city setting. The university enrolls 1,899 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 40.83 out of 100. Its completion rate is 37% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 67% (IPEDS 2023).

Among its health-related program offerings, Shorter University provides a Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program at the associate degree level, supporting students pursuing entry-level nursing credentials in northwest Georgia.

Founded as a Baptist-affiliated institution, Shorter University is located in Rome, GA, and serves students across northwest Georgia and the broader southeastern region. The university combines liberal arts education with professional programs, including nursing, to meet regional workforce needs.