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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
    • Idaho

      Lewis-Clark State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,226
      Average cost out of state
      $23,938
      School Type
      Public

      Lewis-Clark State 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
      • Associate to BSN (general)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Management & Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: July 14, 2026
    • Virginia

      Liberty University

      Average cost in state
      $25,390
      Average cost out of state
      $25,390
      School Type
      Private

      Liberty 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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Educational Leadership – Executive Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Illinois

      Lincoln Land Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,164
      Average cost out of state
      $21,164
      School Type
      Public

      Lincoln Land 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)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 12, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Lincoln Memorial University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $50,110
      Average cost out of state
      $50,110
      School Type
      Private

      Lincoln Memorial 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • (CPAN) Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN)
      Last Updated: July 14, 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
    • Pennsylvania

      Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,706
      Average cost out of state
      $35,213
      School Type
      Public

      Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

      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 24, 2026
    • Missouri

      Lindenwood University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,360
      Average cost out of state
      $22,360
      School Type
      Private

      Lindenwood 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Oregon

      Linfield University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,180
      Average cost out of state
      $53,180
      School Type
      Private

      Linfield 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)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Oregon

      Linfield University Adult Degree Program

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,180
      Average cost out of state
      $53,180
      School Type
      Private

      Linfield University Adult Degree Program

      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)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Oregon

      Linn-Benton Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,053
      Average cost out of state
      $31,053
      School Type
      Public

      Linn-Benton 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 26, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Lipscomb University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $67,452
      Average cost out of state
      $67,452
      School Type
      Private

      Lipscomb 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 24, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Lock Haven University

      Average cost in state
      $27,524
      Average cost out of state
      $40,090
      School Type
      Public

      Lock Haven 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)
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • 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
    • Texas

      Lone Star College - Kingwood

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

      Lone Star College - Kingwood

      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
    • Texas

      Lone Star College - Tomball

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

      Lone Star College - Tomball

      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
    • California

      Long Beach City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $40,629.00
      Average cost out of state
      $52,405.00
      School Type
      Public

      Long Beach City 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 RN
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • New York

      Long Island University

      Average cost in state
      $41,052
      Average cost out of state
      $41,052
      School Type
      Private

      Long Island 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • New York

      Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $44,139
      Average cost out of state
      $44,139
      School Type
      Private

      Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus

      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)
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • Virginia

      Longwood University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,688
      Average cost out of state
      $51,958
      School Type
      Public

      Longwood 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: May 25, 2026
    • Ohio

      Lorain County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,874
      Average cost out of state
      $22,470
      School Type
      Public

      Lorain 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • License Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026
    • Virginia

      Laurel Ridge Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,942
      Average cost out of state
      $27,380
      School Type
      Public

      Laurel Ridge 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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • California

      Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $30,391
      Average cost out of state
      $30,391
      School Type
      Public

      Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

      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 25, 2026
    • California

      Los Angeles Harbor College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,799
      Average cost out of state
      $36,691
      School Type
      Public

      Los Angeles Harbor 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
      Last Updated: May 25, 2026

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