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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
    • Missouri

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,906
      Average cost out of state
      $39,736
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
      • Post-Master's Population Health Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Maryland

      Notre Dame of Maryland University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $45,450
      Average cost out of state
      $45,450
      School Type
      Private

      Notre Dame of Maryland 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Nurse Administrator Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Ohio

      Case Western Reserve University

      Average cost in state
      $71,410
      Average cost out of state
      $71,410
      School Type
      Private

      Case Western Reserve 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
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • CNM/CM
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      • (CPP-AC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care (CPP-AC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      • (NNP-BC) NNP-BC - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Duquesne University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $53,238
      Average cost out of state
      $53,238
      School Type
      Private

      Duquesne 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)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education and Faculty Role Certificate
      • Family (Individual Across the Lifespan) Nurse Practitioner
      • Executive Nurse Leadership and Health Care Management Certificate
      • Forensic Nursing Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Georgia

      Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,678
      Average cost out of state
      $28,658
      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: June 4, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Medical University of South Carolina

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $58,802
      Average cost out of state
      $60,674
      School Type
      Public

      Medical University of South Carolina

      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 (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: August 26, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      American International College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $66,130
      Average cost out of state
      $66,130
      School Type
      Private

      American International 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Education Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • POST-MASTER’S FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATE
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Augsburg University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $45,992
      Average cost out of state
      $45,992
      School Type
      Private

      Augsburg 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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Transcultural Nursing Leadership
      Last Updated: July 23, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Baptist Health Sciences University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $38,071
      Average cost out of state
      $38,071
      School Type
      Private

      Baptist Health Sciences 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Iowa

      Des Moines Area Community College (Boone Campus)

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $8,600
      Average cost out of state
      $9,800
      School Type
      Public

      Des Moines Area Community College (Boone Campus)

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Advanced Nurse Aide Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 9, 2026
    • Indiana

      Marian University - Indianapolis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $58,440
      Average cost out of state
      $58,440
      School Type
      Private

      Marian University - 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026
    • South Dakota

      Mount Marty College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,760
      Average cost out of state
      $37,760
      School Type
      Private

      Mount Marty 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
      • Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • North Dakota

      North Dakota State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,915
      Average cost out of state
      $21,915
      School Type
      Public

      North Dakota 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Quinnipiac University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $81,830
      Average cost out of state
      $81,830
      School Type
      Private

      Quinnipiac 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
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 11, 2026
    • Virginia

      Rappahannock Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,360
      Average cost out of state
      $10,134
      School Type
      Public

      Rappahannock 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Pre-Nursing Career Studies Certificate
      • Nurse Aide Career Studies Certificate
      • Pre-Practical Nursing Career Studies Certificate
      Last Updated: June 16, 2026
    • Ohio

      Rhodes State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,800
      Average cost out of state
      $9,600‬
      School Type
      Public

      Rhodes State 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      • Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate (Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate)
      Last Updated: August 31, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Rutgers University - Camden

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,468
      Average cost out of state
      $49,230
      School Type
      Public

      Rutgers University - Camden

      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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Post Masters Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: June 12, 2026
    • Louisiana

      University of Louisiana - Monroe

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $53,314
      Average cost out of state
      $77,514
      School Type
      Public

      University of Louisiana - Monroe

      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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Gerontological Clinical Nurse Leader
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Scranton

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $75,710
      Average cost out of state
      $75,710
      School Type
      Private

      University of Scranton

      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)
      Last Updated: August 13, 2026
    • New York

      Wagner College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $78,503
      Average cost out of state
      $78,503
      School Type
      Private

      Wagner 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Ohio

      Walsh University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,800
      Average cost out of state
      $36,800
      School Type
      Private

      Walsh 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 6, 2026
    • Virginia

      Bryant & Stratton College - Virginia Beach

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,460
      Average cost out of state
      $20,460
      School Type
      Private

      Bryant &amp; Stratton College - Virginia Beach

      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 28, 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
    • Missouri

      Lincoln University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,925
      Average cost out of state
      $34,205
      School Type
      Public

      Lincoln 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)
      Last Updated: August 26, 2026

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