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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 State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $25,766
      Average cost out of state
      $40,103
      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: April 17, 2026
    • Texas

      Hardin-Simmons University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $35,800
      Average cost out of state
      $35,800
      School Type
      Private

      Hardin-Simmons 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
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Harrisburg Area Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,509
      Average cost out of state
      $31,257
      School Type
      Public

      Harrisburg Area 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nursing Home Administrator Certification
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Indiana

      Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,428
      Average cost out of state
      $24,428
      School Type
      Public

      Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne

      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: April 21, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Isothermal Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,486
      Average cost out of state
      $8,246
      School Type
      Public

      Isothermal 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Indiana

      Ivy Tech Community College - Northeast

      Average cost in state
      $23,288
      Average cost out of state
      $28,068

      Ivy Tech Community College - Northeast

      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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • Medical Assistant to LPN or RN
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Lock Haven University

      Average cost in state
      $27,524
      Average cost out of state
      $40,090
      School Type
      Public

      Lock Haven 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Texas

      McMurry University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,720
      Average cost out of state
      $44,720
      School Type
      Private

      McMurry 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • California

      Mount San Jacinto Community College

      Average cost in state
      $32,348
      Average cost out of state
      $43,478
      School Type
      Public

      Mount San Jacinto 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
      • LVN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • North Carolina

      College of the Albemarle

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,774
      Average cost out of state
      $28,418
      School Type
      Public

      College of the Albemarle

      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)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Oregon, California

      Western University of Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,041
      Average cost out of state
      $56,041
      School Type
      Private

      Western University of 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to MSN (Bachelor to Master’s)
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Utah

      Westminster College of Salt Lake City

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $68,862
      Average cost out of state
      $68,862
      School Type
      Private

      Westminster College of Salt Lake City

      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: May 7, 2026
    • Iowa

      Hawkeye Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,336
      Average cost out of state
      $7,336
      School Type
      Public

      Hawkeye 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
      • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • Georgia

      Columbus State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,478
      Average cost out of state
      $39,982
      School Type
      Public

      Columbus 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 Informatics
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • New York

      Trocaire College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,060
      Average cost out of state
      $21,060
      School Type
      Private

      Trocaire 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Florida

      University of West Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,018
      Average cost out of state
      $35,314
      School Type
      Public

      University of West Florida

      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 2, 2026
    • Ohio

      Cleveland State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,363
      Average cost out of state
      $21,791
      School Type
      Public

      Cleveland 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Health Systems Nursing Leadership (HSNL)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Gulf Coast University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $ 27,060
      Average cost out of state
      $ 46,104
      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: April 17, 2026
    • Georgia

      Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,902
      Average cost out of state
      $27,574
      School Type
      Public

      Abraham Baldwin Agricultural 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
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Utah

      Utah Tech University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $14,268
      Average cost out of state
      $26,500
      School Type
      Public

      Utah Tech 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Gwynedd-Mercy College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,426
      Average cost out of state
      $56,426
      School Type
      Private

      Gwynedd-Mercy 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Health Care Administration Certificate
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Piedmont Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,803
      Average cost out of state
      $33,951
      School Type
      Public

      Piedmont 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)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • New York

      Helene Fuld College of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $15,100
      Average cost out of state
      $15,100
      School Type
      Private

      Helene Fuld 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Pre-Licensure BSN Program
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New York

      Sage School of Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $38,262
      Average cost out of state
      $38,262
      School Type
      Private

      Sage School 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
      • Practitioner (Post-master’s certificate only)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026

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