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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

      Alderson-Broaddus University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Private
    • Iowa

      Allen College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,366
      Average cost out of state
      $39,366
      School Type
      Private

      Allen 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (PHNA-BC)Public Health Nursing
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Colorado

      Arapahoe Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,400‬
      Average cost out of state
      $17,240
      School Type
      Public

      Arapahoe 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)
      • PN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Aria Health School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Private
    • Arkansas

      Arkansas State University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,801
      Average cost out of state
      $31,801
      School Type
      Public

      Arkansas 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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)
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Anderson University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $51,370
      Average cost out of state
      $51,370
      School Type
      Private

      Anderson 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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Michigan

      Andrews University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $36,432
      Average cost out of state
      $36,432
      School Type
      Private

      Andrews 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)
      • APRN to DNP (Advanced Practice RN 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Educator
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Texas

      Angelo State University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,680
      Average cost out of state
      $41,520
      School Type
      Public

      Angelo 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Texas

      Angelina College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,434
      Average cost out of state
      $20,494
      School Type
      Public

      Angelina 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
      • LVN to ADN
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Anoka-Ramsey Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,197
      Average cost out of state
      $14,197
      School Type
      Public

      Anoka-Ramsey 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
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Anoka Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,265
      Average cost out of state
      $27,265
      School Type
      Public

      Anoka 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
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Anna Maria College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $68,816
      Average cost out of state
      $68,816
      School Type
      Private

      Anna Maria 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • New York

      Arnot Ogden Medical Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $24,000
      Average cost out of state
      $24,000
      School Type
      Private

      Arnot Ogden Medical Center

      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: April 9, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Ashland Community and Technical College

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

      Ashland Community and 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Atlantic County Institute of Technology

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Public
    • Arkansas

      Baptist Health College - Little Rock

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,038
      Average cost out of state
      $44,038
      School Type
      Private

      Baptist Health College - Little Rock

      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: April 10, 2026
    • Texas

      Baylor University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $45,140
      Average cost out of state
      $45,140
      School Type
      Private

      Baylor 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
      • (NE-BC) Nurse Executive (NE-BC)
      • CNM/CM
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (NNP-BC) NNP-BC - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • (NEA-BC) Nurse Executive
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • California

      Biola University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $65,314
      Average cost out of state
      $65,314
      School Type
      Private

      Biola 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 10, 2026
    • Illinois

      Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $54,377
      Average cost out of state
      $54,377
      School Type
      Private

      Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      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
    • Wisconsin

      BlackHawk Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,402
      Average cost out of state
      $23,402
      School Type
      Public

      BlackHawk 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • Texas

      Blinn College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $24,711
      Average cost out of state
      $31,161
      School Type
      Public

      Blinn 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 RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Bloomfield College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,678
      Average cost out of state
      $26,394
      School Type
      Private

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

      Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,748
      Average cost out of state
      $37,114
      School Type
      Public

      Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

      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 to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026

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