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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
    • Virginia

      Hampton University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $47,500
      Average cost out of state
      $47,500
      School Type
      Private

      Hampton 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Ohio

      Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,981
      Average cost out of state
      $15,981
      School Type
      Public

      Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical 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
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Hanover Public School District

      School Type
      Public
    • Wisconsin

      Herzing University - Online Campus

      Average cost in state
      $67,950
      Average cost out of state
      $67,950
      School Type
      Private

      Herzing University - Online 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
      • 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
      • Respiratory Therapist to BSN
      • Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) to BSN
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • Paramedic to BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Leadership & Administration
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Education
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • Kansas

      Hesston College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $62,592
      Average cost out of state
      $62,592
      School Type
      Private

      Hesston 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota North College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,405
      Average cost out of state
      $19,405
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota North 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
      • Nursing Assistant
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Texas

      Hill College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,570
      Average cost out of state
      $6,720
      School Type
      Public

      Hill 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LVN to ADN
      Certificate Programs
      • ADN Vocational Nursing Tract
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • Illinois

      Highland Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $23,582
      Average cost out of state
      $23,582
      School Type
      Public

      Highland 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • Washington

      Highline Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,324
      Average cost out of state
      $27,324
      School Type
      Public

      Highline 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: May 18, 2026
    • Florida

      Hillsborough Community College - Dale Mabry Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $21,805
      Average cost out of state
      $28,410
      School Type
      Public

      Hillsborough Community College - Dale Mabry Campus

      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: May 18, 2026
    • Florida

      Hillsborough Community College - Plant City Campus

      Average cost in state
      $21,805
      Average cost out of state
      $28,410
      School Type
      Public

      Hillsborough Community College - Plant City Campus

      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: May 18, 2026
    • Ohio

      Hiram College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $45,340
      Average cost out of state
      $45,340
      School Type
      Private

      Hiram 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: May 19, 2026
    • Florida

      Hillsborough Community College - SouthShore Campus

      Average cost in state
      $21,805
      Average cost out of state
      $28,410
      School Type
      Public

      Hillsborough Community College - SouthShore Campus

      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 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Hinds Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,100
      Average cost out of state
      $13,500
      School Type
      Public

      Hinds 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 RN
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • Ohio

      Hocking College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,790
      Average cost out of state
      $5,790
      School Type
      Public

      Hocking 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
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • New York

      Hofstra University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $86,924
      Average cost out of state
      $86,924
      School Type
      Private

      Hofstra 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (CRNFA) Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Holmes Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,460
      Average cost out of state
      $17,210
      School Type
      Public

      Holmes 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
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • California

      Holy Names University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,389
      Average cost out of state
      $56,389
      School Type
      Private

      Holy Names 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
      Bridge Programs
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator Post-Master Certificate
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Holy Family University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $40,120
      Average cost out of state
      $40,120
      School Type
      Private

      Holy Family 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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • 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)
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $33,081
      Average cost out of state
      $33,081
      School Type
      Private

      Holy Name Medical Center School 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 19, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Holyoke Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,866
      Average cost out of state
      $23,866
      School Type
      Public

      Holyoke 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
      • Practical Nurse (PN) Certificate Program
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Michigan

      Hope College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $65,550
      Average cost out of state
      $65,550
      School Type
      Private

      Hope 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: May 20, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Hospital of St. Raphael

      Average cost in state
      $13,950
      Average cost out of state
      $13,950
      School Type
      Private

      Hospital of St. Raphael

      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
      Last Updated: April 1, 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

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