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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
    • Washington

      Pacific Lutheran University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $74,566
      Average cost out of state
      $74,566
      School Type
      Private

      Pacific Lutheran 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 MSN (Bachelor to Master’s)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 16, 2026
    • Colorado

      University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,572
      Average cost out of state
      $24,916
      School Type
      Public

      University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

      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)
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Indiana

      University of Indianapolis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,402
      Average cost out of state
      $59,402
      School Type
      Private

      University of Indianapolis

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Tennessee

      University of Memphis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,536
      Average cost out of state
      $35,240
      School Type
      Public

      University of Memphis

      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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Executive Leadership Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Ohio

      Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $25,950
      Average cost out of state
      $25,950
      School Type
      Private

      Aultman College of Nursing and 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 23, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Berkshire Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,290
      Average cost out of state
      $14,310
      School Type
      Public

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

      Butler Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,818
      Average cost out of state
      $29,708
      School Type
      Public

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

      California State University - East Bay

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,402
      Average cost out of state
      $37,402
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - East Bay

      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: June 5, 2026
    • Texas

      Collin County Community College District

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,054
      Average cost out of state
      $32,224
      School Type
      Public

      Collin County Community College District

      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
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Colorado

      Colorado Christian University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,824
      Average cost out of state
      $59,824
      School Type
      Private

      Colorado Christian 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
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Georgia

      Dalton State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,906
      Average cost out of state
      $29,296
      School Type
      Public

      Dalton 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Davidson-Davie Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,460
      Average cost out of state
      $36,068
      School Type
      Public

      Davidson-Davie 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)
      Last Updated: August 10, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Fairfield University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,390
      Average cost out of state
      $61,390
      School Type
      Private

      Fairfield 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
      • Certificate in Health Informatics
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida State College at Jacksonville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,334
      Average cost out of state
      $40,166‬
      School Type
      Public

      Florida State College at Jacksonville

      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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nursing Assistant - Career Training Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Maryland

      Frederick Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,214
      Average cost out of state
      $32,790
      School Type
      Public

      Frederick 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 14, 2026
    • Indiana

      Goshen College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,870
      Average cost out of state
      $53,870
      School Type
      Private

      Goshen 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Grand Valley State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,462
      Average cost out of state
      $37,424
      School Type
      Public

      Grand Valley 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Maryland

      Howard Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,320
      Average cost out of state
      $11,640
      School Type
      Public

      Howard 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Texas

      Lone Star College

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

      Lone Star 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 Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • Virginia

      Marymount University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $63,686
      Average cost out of state
      $63,686
      School Type
      Private

      Marymount 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Nicholls State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,531
      Average cost out of state
      $28,531
      School Type
      Public

      Nicholls 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Northeastern State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,542
      Average cost out of state
      $35,292
      School Type
      Public

      Northeastern 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $17,788
      Average cost out of state
      $17,788
      School Type
      Private

      Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • New York

      Saint Joseph's College - New York

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,140
      Average cost out of state
      $39,140
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Joseph's College - New York

      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
      • Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG-CNS)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026

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