Transforming Healthcare Together

Samuel Merritt University (SMU) and Sutter Health are partnering to advance healthcare education at every stage—from students beginning their journey to professionals expanding their expertise. Together, we're bridging academic learning with clinical experience to strengthen the healthcare workforce and build healthier communities.

How It Works

Sutter Health employees explore SMU programs that align with their career goals.

Employees apply and access exclusive tuition benefits.

SMU supports learners through hands-on education, mentorship, and flexible learning options.

Graduates bring new knowledge and leadership back to Sutter Health and their communities.

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Programs & Partnership Benefits

Guaranteed Admission

RN-to-BSN

Guaranteed Interview

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (ELMSN-FNP)
Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing – Case Management (ELMSN-CM)
Master of Science in Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN-PMHNP)
Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP)

Priority Consideration

Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHS)
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)

Our Mission: Advancing Healthcare

Our partnership is built on a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and community.

Education & Growth

With over 100 years of experience in healthcare education, SMU prepares students and professionals to lead with compassion, skill, and purpose. Sutter Health employees are eligible for a $2,500 tuition reimbursement and a 20% tuition reduction on eligible SMU programs.

Research & Quality Improvement

SMU students and faculty are driving meaningful change in healthcare through hands-on research, innovation, and quality improvement projects.

These scholarly projects highlight the impact of academic learning when paired with clinical practice—addressing real-world healthcare challenges and creating solutions that improve patient outcomes.

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Sutter Health employees are eligible for a $2,500 tuition reimbursement and a 20% tuition reduction on eligible SMU programs.

Workforce Development

SMU and Sutter Health are working together to create career pathways that connect education and opportunity.

I wanted an education with smaller class sizes and more one-on-one teaching. I also wanted a program where the students are well connected and can help each other! I have made such great friends through this program that support me and help me succeed! All of the professors know us by name and are very involved in making sure that we understand the material.

Hannah Joseph ABSN ‘26

The hands-on experience and clinical rotations provided by Sutter Health have been invaluable to my growth as a provider

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