Background: Nursing education is renowned for its demanding curriculum, often resulting in higher stress levels among students. Objective: This study aims to explore the prevalence of stress and anxiety and their sources and impacts on undergraduate nursing students in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study surveyed undergraduate nursing students from various colleges in KPK using the Stressors of Nursing Students Inventory (SNSI) tool. Results: The study revealed varied stress levels among students, with total scores ranging from 59% to 85%. Conclusion: Addressing stressors and providing support can empower nursing students to direct their academic journey successfully, prioritizing their mental health for future professional excellence.

Keywords: undergraduate nursing students, stress, anxiety.