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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
    • Kentucky

      Maysville Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,680
      Average cost out of state
      $6,480
      School Type
      Public

      Maysville 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Medicaid Nurse Aide
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Meridian Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,616
      Average cost out of state
      $20,616
      School Type
      Public

      Meridian 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)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • California

      Napa Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,237
      Average cost out of state
      $44,837
      School Type
      Public

      Napa Valley 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: April 29, 2026
    • Alabama

      Oakwood University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,944
      Average cost out of state
      $22,944
      School Type
      Private

      Oakwood 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Cape Cod Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,650
      Average cost out of state
      $13,830
      School Type
      Public

      Cape Cod 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
      Last Updated: April 13, 2026
    • Texas

      Cisco College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,758
      Average cost out of state
      $16,090
      School Type
      Public

      Cisco 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
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Nursing Aide
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Red River Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,523
      Average cost out of state
      $7,523

      Red River Technology Center

      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 1, 2026
    • Illinois

      Southeastern Illinois College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,581
      Average cost out of state
      $19,581
      School Type
      Public

      Southeastern Illinois 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: May 4, 2026
    • Maryland

      Allegany College of Maryland

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,360
      Average cost out of state
      $30,480
      School Type
      Public

      Allegany College of Maryland

      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 Assistant/Geriatric Aide Certificate
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Cape Fear Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $ 29,976
      Average cost out of state
      $ 34,626
      School Type
      Public

      Cape Fear 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 14, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Tulsa Technology Center School of Practical Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $5,552
      Average cost out of state
      $5,552
      School Type
      Private

      Tulsa Technology Center 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: April 2, 2026
    • Ohio

      Bowling Green State University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,202
      Average cost out of state
      $41,192
      School Type
      Public

      Bowling Green State University

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Louisiana State University - Alexandria

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,570
      Average cost out of state
      $33,418
      School Type
      Public

      Louisiana State University - Alexandria

      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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Washington

      Lower Columbia College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $11,352
      Average cost out of state
      $11,352
      School Type
      Public

      Lower Columbia 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
      • Nursing Assistant Certificate
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Middle Tennessee State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,882
      Average cost out of state
      $52,406
      School Type
      Public

      Middle Tennessee 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Virginia

      Mountain Empire Community College

      Average cost in state
      $20,058
      Average cost out of state
      $26,137
      School Type
      Public

      Mountain Empire 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Bluefield State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,227
      Average cost out of state
      $34,888
      School Type
      Public

      Bluefield 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Bethel University - Tennessee

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,160
      Average cost out of state
      $20,160
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel University - Tennessee

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Bismarck State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,956
      Average cost out of state
      $7,956
      School Type
      Public

      Bismarck 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • Illinois

      City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,736
      Average cost out of state
      $15,432
      School Type
      Public

      City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Ohio

      Columbus State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,231
      Average cost out of state
      $25,071
      School Type
      Public

      Columbus State 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)
      • Patient Care Assistant Certificate
      • Train the Trainer Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Capital Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $36, 902
      Average cost out of state
      $46, 724
      School Type
      Public

      Capital 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: April 17, 2026
    • Alabama

      Shelton State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,992‬
      Average cost out of state
      $8,136
      School Type
      Public

      Shelton State 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • New Mexico

      Eastern New Mexico University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,970
      Average cost out of state
      $19,950
      School Type
      Public

      Eastern New Mexico 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)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026

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