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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

      Clarion University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,026
      Average cost out of state
      $34,166
      School Type
      Public

      Clarion 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
      • 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)
      • Case Management Certificate
      Last Updated: May 15, 2026
    • Alabama

      Troy University - Montgomery

      Average cost in state
      $52,576
      Average cost out of state
      $52,576
      School Type
      Public

      Troy 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Healthcare Informatics and Nursing Leadership
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • California

      Riverside Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $1,380
      Average cost out of state
      $9,960
      School Type
      Public

      Riverside Community 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 RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • California

      Azusa Pacific University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $65,690
      Average cost out of state
      $65,690
      School Type
      Private

      Azusa Pacific 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
      • MSN with SNSC and PNP Certificate
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • (PCNS-BC) Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (PCNS-BC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      • PMHNP-BC Adult
      • MSN with SNSC and FNP Certificate
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Georgia

      Emory University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $70,300
      Average cost out of state
      $70,300
      School Type
      Private

      Emory 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CEN) Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • CNM/CM
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • (CPP-AC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care (CPP-AC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • California

      California State University - Dominguez Hills

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,838
      Average cost out of state
      $6,838
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - Dominguez Hills

      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
      • Pre-Licensure BSN Program
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Public Health Nurse Certificate
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (PCNS-BC) Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (PCNS-BC)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: April 13, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $119,894
      Average cost out of state
      $119,894
      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: May 6, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Alcorn State University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,744
      Average cost out of state
      $23,744
      School Type
      Public

      Alcorn 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
      • 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
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Delta State University

      Average cost in state
      $23,886
      Average cost out of state
      $23,886
      School Type
      Public

      Delta 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Alabama

      Jacksonville State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,473
      Average cost out of state
      $32,473
      School Type
      Public

      Jacksonville 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
      • 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Emergency Preparedness Nursing Coordinator
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Rhode Island

      Rhode Island College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,709
      Average cost out of state
      $27,299
      School Type
      Public

      Rhode Island 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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety C.G.S.
      • Nursing Care Management C.G.S.
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,325
      Average cost out of state
      $49,352
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      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
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      University of Wisconsin - Madison

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,644
      Average cost out of state
      $63,268
      School Type
      Public

      University of Wisconsin - Madison

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • school nursing
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • Missouri

      Southwest Missouri State University

      Average cost in state
      $27,410
      Average cost out of state
      $37,042

      Southwest Missouri 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Population health (post-master's)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • California

      Samuel Merritt University

      Average cost in state
      $132,800
      Average cost out of state
      $132,800
      School Type
      Private

      Samuel Merritt 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • South Dakota

      University of South Dakota

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,787
      Average cost out of state
      $24,399
      School Type
      Public

      University of South Dakota

      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)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Alabama

      Troy University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $52,576
      Average cost out of state
      $52,576
      School Type
      Public

      Troy 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Healthcare Informatics and Nursing Leadership
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Western Connecticut State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,730
      Average cost out of state
      $24,229
      School Type
      Public

      Western Connecticut 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Toledo Community Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $52,874
      Average cost out of state
      $53,874
      School Type
      Public

      University of Toledo Community Technical 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
      • 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: March 9, 2026
    • Alabama

      Auburn University

      Enrollment graduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $10424
      Average cost out of state
      $28040
      School Type
      Public

      Auburn 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (ANP-BC) Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Northeastern University - Online Programs

      Average cost in state
      $32,495
      Average cost out of state
      $32,495

      Northeastern University - Online Programs

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Utah

      University of Utah

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,446
      Average cost out of state
      $49,190
      School Type
      Public

      University of Utah

      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
      • MSN to PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Colorado

      Arapahoe Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,400‬
      Average cost out of state
      $17,240
      School Type
      Public

      Arapahoe 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • PN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Georgia

      Georgia Southwestern State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,264
      Average cost out of state
      $20,454
      School Type
      Public

      Georgia Southwestern 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026

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