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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
    • Texas

      Stephen F. Austin State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,936
      Average cost out of state
      $42,500
      School Type
      Public

      Stephen F. Austin 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Wyoming

      Western Wyoming Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,832
      Average cost out of state
      $9,864
      School Type
      Public

      Western Wyoming Community College

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • 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 (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Indiana, Ohio, Michigan

      Hondros College of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $37,968
      Average cost out of state
      $37,968
      School Type
      Private

      Hondros College of Nursing

      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
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Texas

      Texas A&M Univeristy - Corpus Christi

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,486
      Average cost out of state
      $43,924
      School Type
      Public

      Texas A&M Univeristy - Corpus Christi

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Health Care Administration Certificate
      • Leadership in Nursing Systems Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Texas

      University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

      Average cost in state
      $14,620
      Average cost out of state
      $31960
      School Type
      Public

      University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care(PNP-PC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • California

      California State University - Northridge

      Enrollment graduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,486
      Average cost out of state
      $29,486
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - Northridge

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Public Health Nurse Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 13, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Bellarmine University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $69,338
      Average cost out of state
      $69,338
      School Type
      Private

      Bellarmine 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,370
      Average cost out of state
      $20,370
      School Type
      Private

      Cabarrus 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $41,130
      Average cost out of state
      $41,130
      School Type
      Private

      Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Vermont

      Norwich University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $48,730
      Average cost out of state
      $48,730
      School Type
      Private

      Norwich 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Florida

      Adventist University of Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,780
      Average cost out of state
      $21,780
      School Type
      Private

      Adventist University of Health Sciences

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration and Leadership
      • Healthcare Administration Certificate
      • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,479
      Average cost out of state
      $33,842
      School Type
      Public

      Asheville-Buncombe Technical 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Bethel University - Minnesota

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $46,808
      Average cost out of state
      $46,808
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel University - Minnesota

      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
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Colorado

      Colorado Northwestern Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,889
      Average cost out of state
      $23,395
      School Type
      Public

      Colorado Northwestern 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
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Texas

      Grayson County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,703
      Average cost out of state
      $29,703
      School Type
      Public

      Grayson County College

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Missouri

      Southeast Missouri State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,194
      Average cost out of state
      $17,664
      School Type
      Public

      Southeast Missouri 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)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Florida

      Barry University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,600
      Average cost out of state
      $34,600
      School Type
      Private

      Barry 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
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Missouri

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $23,306
      Average cost out of state
      $32,938
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      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
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
      • Post-Master's Population Health Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Maryland

      Johns Hopkins University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $91,830
      Average cost out of state
      $91,830
      School Type
      Private

      Johns Hopkins 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • POST-MASTER'S NURSE EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE
      • POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
      • POST-MASTER'S PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATE
      • POST-MASTER'S PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATE
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Tri-County Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,108
      Average cost out of state
      $42,492
      School Type
      Public

      Tri-County Technical 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
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Florida

      Keiser University - West Palm Beach Campus

      Average cost in state
      $47,332
      Average cost out of state
      $47,332

      Keiser University - West Palm Beach 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)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Monmouth University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $73,942
      Average cost out of state
      $73,942
      School Type
      Private

      Monmouth 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 1, 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: April 2, 2026
    • Virginia

      Bryant & Stratton College - Hampton

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

      Bryant &amp; Stratton College - Hampton

      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

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