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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
    • California

      Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $30,391
      Average cost out of state
      $30,391
      School Type
      Public

      Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

      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
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Ohio

      Kent State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,700
      Average cost out of state
      $44,974
      School Type
      Public

      Kent 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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (PPCNP-BC) Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP-BC)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Georgian Court University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $38,642
      Average cost out of state
      $38,642
      School Type
      Private

      Georgian Court 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)
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Tennessee

      King University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $54,638
      Average cost out of state
      $54,638
      School Type
      Private

      King 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
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Illinois

      Kennedy-King College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,710
      Average cost out of state
      $15,540
      School Type
      Public

      Kennedy-King 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
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Michigan

      Kellogg Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,174
      Average cost out of state
      $20,878
      School Type
      Public

      Kellogg 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
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Creighton University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $69,356
      Average cost out of state
      $69,356
      School Type
      Private

      Creighton 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 Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Indiana

      Marian University's Ancilla College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,540
      Average cost out of state
      $56,540
      School Type
      Private

      Marian University's Ancilla 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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • American Samoa

      American Samoa Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,500
      Average cost out of state
      $4,800
      School Type
      Public

      American Samoa 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate of Completion in Nurse Aide (NA)
      • Certificate of Proficiency in Practical Nursing (PN)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Texas

      Amarillo College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,024
      Average cost out of state
      $13,614
      School Type
      Public

      Amarillo 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Texas

      Alvin Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,784
      Average cost out of state
      $3,936
      School Type
      Public

      Alvin Community College

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Associate in Applied Science (Degree in Nursing)
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Georgia

      Augusta Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,282
      Average cost out of state
      $4,282
      School Type
      Public

      Augusta Technical 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
      Last Updated: April 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
    • 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
    • Texas

      Austin Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,398
      Average cost out of state
      $35,438
      School Type
      Public

      Austin Community College

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Associate in Applied Science (Degree 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: April 1, 2026
    • Kansas

      Baker University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $35,150
      Average cost out of state
      $35,150
      School Type
      Private

      Baker 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
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (CHSA) Certified Health Service Administrator (CHSA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Illinois

      Aurora University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $43,960
      Average cost out of state
      $43,960
      School Type
      Private

      Aurora University

      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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • California

      Bakersfield College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $1,380
      Average cost out of state
      $10,260
      School Type
      Public

      Bakersfield 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Blue Ridge Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,432
      Average cost out of state
      $8,576
      School Type
      Public

      Blue Ridge 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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Illinois, Arizona

      Benedictine University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,650
      Average cost out of state
      $37,650
      School Type
      Private

      Benedictine 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 to MSN (combined bridge)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Nurse Executive Leader
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Belmont University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,280
      Average cost out of state
      $59,280
      School Type
      Private

      Belmont 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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (CHSA) Certified Health Service Administrator (CHSA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Virginia

      Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,430
      Average cost out of state
      $44,430
      School Type
      Private

      Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Bellin College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,877
      Average cost out of state
      $22,877
      School Type
      Private

      Bellin 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Ohio

      Bowling Green State University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,202
      Average cost out of state
      $41,192
      School Type
      Public

      Bowling Green State University

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026

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