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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

      Peninsula College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $31,398
      Average cost out of state
      $31,983
      School Type
      Public

      Peninsula 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: June 9, 2026
    • Florida

      Tallahassee Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,162
      Average cost out of state
      $28,474
      School Type
      Public

      Tallahassee 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Florida

      Valencia College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $31,071
      Average cost out of state
      $38,655
      School Type
      Public

      Valencia 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: September 3, 2026
    • Kansas

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Hays Campus

      Average cost in state
      $11,700
      Average cost out of state
      $11,700

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Hays 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
      Certificate Programs
      • CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL NURSING
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Rockingham Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $17,674
      Average cost out of state
      $22,282
      School Type
      Public

      Rockingham 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: July 17, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Sampson Community College

      Average cost in state
      $30,649
      Average cost out of state
      $37,561

      Sampson 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: June 19, 2026
    • Alabama

      Samford University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $42,590
      Average cost out of state
      $42,590
      School Type
      Public

      Samford 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)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Connecticut

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $36,758
      Average cost out of state
      $59,426
      School Type
      Public

      University of Connecticut

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Adult Gerontology Acute Care Post Master’s(AGACPM)
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Georgia

      Georgia College and State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,945
      Average cost out of state
      $55,613
      School Type
      Public

      Georgia College and 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Nurse Midwifery
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: August 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
    • 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
    • Texas

      Texas A & M International University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,980
      Average cost out of state
      $41,984
      School Type
      Public

      Texas A &amp; M International 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: August 12, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts - Lowell

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,402
      Average cost out of state
      $57,610
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts - Lowell

      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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Washington

      University of Washington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $36,189
      Average cost out of state
      $67,423
      School Type
      Public

      University of Washington

      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)
      • Advanced Practice Environmental and Occupational Health(APE-OH)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Global Health Nursing, Nurse-Midwifery, Palliative Care
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 3, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,374‬
      Average cost out of state
      $31,932‬
      School Type
      Public

      University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Bellin College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      23,755
      Average cost out of state
      $23,755
      School Type
      Private

      Bellin 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
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Ohio

      Belmont College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,882
      Average cost out of state
      $18,164
      School Type
      Public

      Belmont 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Ohio

      Cincinnati State Technical & Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,238
      Average cost out of state
      $25,230
      School Type
      Public

      Cincinnati State Technical &amp; 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nursing Aide
      Last Updated: June 8, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Eastern Mennonite University - Lancaster Campus

      Average cost in state
      $60,622
      Average cost out of state
      $60,622

      Eastern Mennonite University - Lancaster 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
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor 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: May 4, 2026
    • Indiana

      Indiana University - Southeast

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,922
      Average cost out of state
      $40, 752
      School Type
      Public

      Indiana University - Southeast

      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)
      Last Updated: June 26, 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
    • Ohio

      Malone University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $52,440
      Average cost out of state
      $52,440
      School Type
      Private

      Malone 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education (also available post-BSN)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: May 27, 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
    • Colorado

      Morgan Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $12,852
      Average cost out of state
      $12,772
      School Type
      Public

      Morgan 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 27, 2026

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