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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
    • Connecticut

      University of Connecticut

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $36,112
      Average cost out of state
      $58,780
      School Type
      Public

      University of Connecticut

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Adult Gerontology Acute Care Post Master’s(AGACPM)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Arizona

      Pima Medical Institute - Tucson

      Average cost in state
      $59,406
      Average cost out of state
      $59,406
      School Type
      Private

      Pima Medical Institute - Tucson

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Colorado

      Pima Medical Institute - Aurora Campus

      Average cost in state
      $26,976
      Average cost out of state
      $26,976
      School Type
      Private

      Pima Medical Institute - Aurora Campus

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Arizona

      Pima Medical Institute - Mesa Campus

      Average cost in state
      $59,406
      Average cost out of state
      $59,406
      School Type
      Private

      Pima Medical Institute - Mesa Campus

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Virginia

      Liberty University

      Average cost in state
      $25,390
      Average cost out of state
      $25,390
      School Type
      Private

      Liberty 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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Educational Leadership – Executive Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Illinois

      Lewis University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $58,862
      Average cost out of state
      $31,212
      School Type
      Private

      Lewis 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
      • 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)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • California

      Loma Linda University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,787
      Average cost out of state
      $43,787
      School Type
      Private

      Loma Linda 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 / Master of Science in Nursing Combined Program
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • BS/MS to PhD (general bridge for either BSN or MSN holders)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LVN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Illinois

      Olivet Nazarene University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $54,730
      Average cost out of state
      $54,730
      School Type
      Private

      Olivet Nazarene 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Transformational Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,475
      Average cost out of state
      $34,507
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Georgia

      Valdosta State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,008
      Average cost out of state
      $32,068
      School Type
      Public

      Valdosta State University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Wheeling Jesuit University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $29,090
      Average cost out of state
      $29,090
      School Type
      Private

      Wheeling Jesuit 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Health Services Management Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Management
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • District of Columbia

      Georgetown University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $74,520
      Average cost out of state
      $74,520
      School Type
      Private

      Georgetown 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse-Midwifery (NM)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Wilkes University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $44,742
      Average cost out of state
      $44,742
      School Type
      Private

      Wilkes 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • Texas

      Lone Star College - Tomball

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

      Lone Star College - Tomball

      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: March 11, 2026
    • Alabama

      Auburn University Montgomery

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,742
      Average cost out of state
      $43,338
      School Type
      Public

      Auburn University Montgomery

      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
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Texas

      Prairie View A & M University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $60,292
      Average cost out of state
      $91,442
      School Type
      Public

      Prairie View A &amp; M 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)
      • LVN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Administrator Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Florida

      Keiser University - Flagship Campus

      Average cost in state
      $58,016
      Average cost out of state
      $58,016

      Keiser University - Flagship 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
      • 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
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Maryville University - Online Campus

      Average cost in state
      $24,766
      Average cost out of state
      $24,766
      School Type
      Private

      Maryville University - Online 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
      • 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)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Texas

      Lamar University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,905
      Average cost out of state
      $18,625
      School Type
      Public

      Lamar 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: April 23, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma Panhandle State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $16,661
      Average cost out of state
      $16,661
      School Type
      Public

      Oklahoma Panhandle 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Ohio

      Otterbein College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,516
      Average cost out of state
      $37,516
      School Type
      Private

      Otterbein 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Virginia

      Riverside School of Health Careers

      Average cost in state
      $29,600
      Average cost out of state
      $29,600
      School Type
      Public

      Riverside School of Health Careers

      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)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • New York

      SUNY - Delhi

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,788
      Average cost out of state
      $40,158
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY - Delhi

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Greensboro

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $24,544
      Average cost out of state
      $41,930
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Greensboro

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Leadership and Management Certificate
      • Advanced Practice Foundations Certificate
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026

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