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Scott Harris

Editor & Writer
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BA Journalism, University of Maryland, College Park

Scott Harris has worked as a writer and editor for nearly 25 years, including more than 15 years covering healthcare and higher education. As a senior editor with Red Ventures, Scott currently is a contributing editor at BestColleges and edits the "News & Advice" section of NurseJournal.org. He occasionally writes an article because he can't help himself. In his spare time, Scott is a published fiction author and freelance writer. He lives in Frederick, Maryland, about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. He has two daughters and a penchant for making them do environmental volunteer work with him.

Subject areas
Healthcare, nursing, higher education, science, sports

Read Scott's Latest Articles

Cherokee Nation Medical School to Graduate First Class

December 8, 2023
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The Future of Nursing: Simulation Improves Nursing Student Confidence and Competence, Study Shows

December 4, 2023
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Commonwealth University Gets $5 Million to Advance Nursing Education in Pennsylvania

November 20, 2023
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The 6 Essential Prerequisites for Medical School Admission

November 15, 2023
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The 10 Medical Schools with the Highest Acceptance Rates

November 15, 2023
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