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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
    • Florida

      Florida Atlantic University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,366
      Average cost out of state
      $48,094
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Atlantic 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 PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Certificate Programs
      • Advanced Holistic Nursing
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Nursing Administration & Financial Leadership Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Gateway College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,160
      Average cost out of state
      $30,807
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Gateway 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)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Gulf Coast University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,095
      Average cost out of state
      $ 48,996
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Gulf Coast 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: July 10, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida International University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,390
      Average cost out of state
      $46,074
      School Type
      Public

      Florida International 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 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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Nurse Anesthesia Pathway (BSN → DNAP or DNP-NA)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: August 24, 2026
    • Florida

      The College of the Florida Keys

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,713
      Average cost out of state
      $21,713
      School Type
      Public

      The College of the Florida Keys

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Paramedic Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida National University

      Average cost in state
      $37,785
      Average cost out of state
      $37,785
      School Type
      Private

      Florida National 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Southern College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $62,800
      Average cost out of state
      $62,800
      School Type
      Private

      Florida Southern 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Administrative Leadership Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Southwestern State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,521
      Average cost out of state
      $46,610
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Southwestern State 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)
      Last Updated: August 24, 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
    • Florida

      Florida State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $26,438
      Average cost out of state
      $44,336
      School Type
      Public

      Florida 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Lifestyle Medicine Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: July 30, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Foothills Nursing Consortium

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Public
    • North Carolina

      Forsyth Technical Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,469
      Average cost out of state
      $21,077
      School Type
      Public

      Forsyth 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)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Kansas

      Fort Hays State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,337
      Average cost out of state
      $29,095
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Hays 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: June 25, 2026
    • Kansas

      Fort Scott Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,497
      Average cost out of state
      $19,127
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Scott 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
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,417
      Average cost out of state
      $19,417
      School Type
      Private

      Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Fox Valley Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,990
      School Type
      Public

      Fox Valley 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • RN Refresher Certificate
      • Licensed Practical Nursing Refresher Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Framingham State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,800
      Average cost out of state
      $16,800
      School Type
      Public

      Framingham 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Simulation for Nurse Educators
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Case Management Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Francis Tuttle Vocational Technical Center

      Average cost in state
      $2,200
      Average cost out of state
      $4,400
      School Type
      Private

      Francis Tuttle Vocational Technical Center

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Last Updated: August 14, 2026
    • Ohio

      Franciscan University of Steubenville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $49,055
      Average cost out of state
      $49,055
      School Type
      Private

      Franciscan University of Steubenville

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Post-Master Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Franklin County Career and Technology Center

      Average cost in state
      $17,350
      Average cost out of state
      $20,200
      School Type
      Public

      Franklin County Career and Technology Center

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Last Updated: August 14, 2026
    • Texas, New Hampshire, Arizona

      Franklin Pierce University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $67,500
      Average cost out of state
      $67,500
      School Type
      Private

      Franklin Pierce 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
      • Nursing Education
      • Master of Business Administration and Health Administration Certificate
      • Nursing Leadership and Health Administration Certificate
      • Nursing and Health Administration Certificate
      Last Updated: August 14, 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
    • California

      Fresno City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,024
      Average cost out of state
      $30,024
      School Type
      Public

      Fresno City 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Colorado

      Front Range Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $35,206
      Average cost out of state
      $48,898
      School Type
      Public

      Front Range 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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: August 14, 2026

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