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International Journal of Nursing StudiesVolume 151, March 2024, 104688Educating nursing students for sustainable future rural health-care services: An umbrella reviewThis umbrella review aimed to distill existing scientific literature on rural nursing education to propose "best practice" recommendations for programs striving to build a sustainable nursing workforce in rural regions. The study analyzed sixteen different types of reviews, covering the period from 2000 to 2022, to synthesize crucial knowledge regarding program organization, necessary competencies for rural practice, and optimal learning environments. Key findings emphasize the importance of fostering context-sensitive and collaboratively designed education that utilizes tailored curricula and locally developed clinical placements. Ultimately, the research concludes that a sustainable and flexible rural nursing program fundamentally relies upon a well-functioning collaboration between university faculty and local community stakeholders.