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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
    • California

      Loma Linda University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,787
      Average cost out of state
      $43,787
      School Type
      Private

      Loma Linda 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 / Master of Science in Nursing Combined Program
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • BS/MS to PhD (general bridge for either BSN or MSN holders)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LVN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Texas

      Lone Star College

      Average cost in state
      $22,802
      Average cost out of state
      $29,862
      School Type
      Public

      Lone Star 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Luzerne County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,208
      Average cost out of state
      $33,168
      School Type
      Public

      Luzerne County 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
      Last Updated: May 26, 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
    • Kentucky

      Hazard Community and Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,610
      Average cost out of state
      $20,410
      School Type
      Public

      Hazard Community and Technical 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
      Last Updated: May 15, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Hennepin Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,292
      Average cost out of state
      $6,292
      School Type
      Public
    • Florida

      Herzing University - Orlando Campus

      Average cost in state
      $65,700
      Average cost out of state
      $65,700
      School Type
      Private

      Herzing University - Orlando 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: March 9, 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
    • South Carolina

      Horry-Georgetown Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,316
      Average cost out of state
      $31,445
      School Type
      Public

      Horry-Georgetown 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
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Hopkinsville Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,850
      Average cost out of state
      $8,100
      School Type
      Public

      Hopkinsville 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 20, 2026
    • Texas

      Houston Community College System

      Average cost in state
      $59,926
      Average cost out of state
      $59,926
      School Type
      Public

      Houston Community College System

      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
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Indiana, Arizona

      Huntington University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $46,000
      Average cost out of state
      $46,000
      School Type
      Private

      Huntington 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
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Illinois

      Illinois Central College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,350
      Average cost out of state
      $33,700
      School Type
      Public

      Illinois Central 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
      • Healthcare Professional to RN or BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Illinois

      Illinois Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,217
      Average cost out of state
      $20,217
      School Type
      Public

      Illinois Valley 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Illinois

      Illinois Wesleyan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $78,348
      Average cost out of state
      $78,348
      School Type
      Private

      Illinois Wesleyan 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
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Florida

      Indian River State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,394
      Average cost out of state
      $25,016
      School Type
      Public

      Indian River State 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Indiana

      Indiana State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,600
      Average cost out of state
      $26,400
      School Type
      Public

      Indiana 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Inter American University - Aguadilla

      Average cost in state
      $7,800
      Average cost out of state
      $7,800

      Inter American University - Aguadilla

      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 21, 2026

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