Background: One of the most vital attributes for nursing students for long-lasting
learning is self-directed learning. Self-directed learning readiness is considered to be
highly personalized as well differs significantly between learners in different programs
found in higher education so definite abilities, attitudes as well personality characteristics
are required for self-directed learning. Aim: This study aims to assess nursing students'
readiness and perspective toward self-directed learning. Research design: A descriptive
research design was utilized. Methods: The study sample consisted of (300) nursing
students from four levels choose by sample size at Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura
University. Data were collected by using two tools as: Self-directed learning readiness
scale and students' perception about self-directed learning questionnaire. Results: The
study finding revealed that three quarter of nursing students were high readiness for selfdirected
learning. As well, more than half of nursing students were high perception about
self-directed learning. Conclusion: Nursing students' readiness for self-directed learning
was high in three quarter of them whereas perception about self-directed learning was high
in more than half of them. Recommendation: Encourages policymakers in the college to
make policy for self-directed learning in nursing curricula. Promote self-directed learning
as a central strategy for developing competency of the nursing students in the clinical
practice which emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving.