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    Nursing schools and programs

    There are numerous nursing schools and programs available throughout the country, providing a wide range of nursing classes, degrees and certifications to choose from. Use the tools below to explore best colleges for nursing and the best nursing programs based on the criteria that fit your specific needs and career goals.

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    Location
    Degree
    School type
    • Pennsylvania

      DeSales University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $69,601
      Average cost out of state
      $69,601
      School Type
      Private

      DeSales University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG-CNS)
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Forensic Nursing Certificate
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Missouri

      Maryville University of Saint Louis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $47,130
      Average cost out of state
      $47,130
      School Type
      Private

      Maryville University of Saint Louis

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026
    • Illinois

      St. Anthony College of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,368
      Average cost out of state
      $26,368
      School Type
      Private

      St. Anthony College of Nursing

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: June 24, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Framingham State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,800
      Average cost out of state
      $16,800
      School Type
      Public

      Framingham State University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Simulation for Nurse Educators
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Case Management Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Johnston Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,377
      Average cost out of state
      $30,985
      School Type
      Public

      Johnston Community College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 22, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Kentucky State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,575
      Average cost out of state
      $25,293
      School Type
      Public

      Kentucky State University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • Iowa

      Mercy College of Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,960‬
      Average cost out of state
      $18,960‬
      School Type
      Private

      Mercy College of Health Sciences

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota State University Moorhead

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,064
      Average cost out of state
      $26,064
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota State University Moorhead

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nurse Administration and Organizational Systems Leadership (NAOSL)
      • Certificate in Informatics, Evidence-Based Practice & Project Management Strategy
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Morehead State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,402
      Average cost out of state
      $15,680
      School Type
      Public

      Morehead State University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: August 27, 2026
    • Arizona

      Northern Arizona University - Tucson Campus

      Average cost in state
      $33,708
      Average cost out of state
      $51,180

      Northern Arizona University - Tucson Campus

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • North Carolina

      College of the Albemarle

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,774
      Average cost out of state
      $28,418
      School Type
      Public

      College of the Albemarle

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • California

      California State University - Los Angeles

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $39,112
      Average cost out of state
      $39,112
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - Los Angeles

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • Family Psychiatric/Mental Health
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $97,444
      Average cost out of state
      $97,444
      School Type
      Private

      University of Pennsylvania

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to MSN (Bachelor to Master’s)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Transformative Nursing Education Certificate
      • Adult Oncology Specialty Certificate
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Streamlined Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Palliative Care Certificate
      • Integrated Nursing Care of Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate
      • Quality Improvement and Safety Processes in Healthcare Certificate
      Last Updated: July 6, 2026
    • New York

      D'Youville College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,420
      Average cost out of state
      $37,420
      School Type
      Private

      D'Youville College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Florida

      Indian River State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,394
      Average cost out of state
      $25,016
      School Type
      Public

      Indian River State College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Texas

      Lone Star College - Kingwood

      Average cost in state
      $22,802
      Average cost out of state
      $29,862
      School Type
      Public

      Lone Star College - Kingwood

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • New Mexico

      Pima Medical Institute - Albuquerque Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $29,428
      Average cost out of state
      $29,428
      School Type
      Private

      Pima Medical Institute - Albuquerque Campus

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Nurse Aide Certificate
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 10, 2026
    • Utah

      Southern Utah University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,755
      Average cost out of state
      $34,683
      School Type
      Public

      Southern Utah University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • Healthcare Professional to RN or BSN
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • Colorado

      Trinidad State Junior College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,375
      Average cost out of state
      $24,758
      School Type
      Public

      Trinidad State Junior College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nurse Certificate-Exit Option
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • New Mexico

      University of New Mexico

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $43,098
      Average cost out of state
      $76,750
      School Type
      Public

      University of New Mexico

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • NURSE-MIDWIFERY
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Edgewood College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $52,450
      Average cost out of state
      $52,450
      School Type
      Private

      Edgewood College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Post-Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Ohio

      Bryant & Stratton College - Akron

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,460
      Average cost out of state
      $20,460
      School Type
      Private

      Bryant &amp; Stratton College - Akron

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 13, 2026
    • Ohio

      Lourdes University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $49,280
      Average cost out of state
      $49,280
      School Type
      Private

      Lourdes University

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Florida

      Miami Dade College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,791
      Average cost out of state
      $31,203
      School Type
      Public

      Miami Dade College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026

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