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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
    • Missouri

      Hinds Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,100
      Average cost out of state
      $13,500
      School Type
      Public

      Hinds 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 19, 2026
    • Ohio

      Hocking College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,790
      Average cost out of state
      $5,790
      School Type
      Public

      Hocking 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: May 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
    • Mississippi

      Holmes Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,460
      Average cost out of state
      $17,210
      School Type
      Public

      Holmes 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: May 19, 2026
    • Maryland

      Howard Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,320
      Average cost out of state
      $11,640
      School Type
      Public

      Howard 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Maine

      Husson College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,126
      Average cost out of state
      $24,126
      School Type
      Private

      Husson 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Kansas

      Hutchinson Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,324
      Average cost out of state
      $18,324
      School Type
      Public

      Hutchinson 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Idaho

      Idaho State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,444
      Average cost out of state
      $50,880
      School Type
      Public

      Idaho 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: May 20, 2026
    • Illinois

      Illinois State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,726
      Average cost out of state
      $48,908
      School Type
      Public

      Illinois 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
      • 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
      • School Nurse Graduate Certificate
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Illinois

      Illinois Eastern Community College

      Average cost in state
      $24,070
      Average cost out of state
      $31,270

      Illinois Eastern 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)
      • Basic Nurse Assistant Training
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • California

      Imperial Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,321
      Average cost out of state
      $43,481
      School Type
      Public

      Imperial 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LVN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Indiana

      Indiana County Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      23,509
      Average cost out of state
      23,509

      Indiana County 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: April 21, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Itawamba Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,550
      Average cost out of state
      $2,750
      School Type
      Public

      Itawamba 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 RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Indiana

      Goshen College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,870
      Average cost out of state
      $53,870
      School Type
      Private

      Goshen 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Arizona

      Grand Canyon University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $45,900
      Average cost out of state
      $45,900
      School Type
      Private

      Grand Canyon 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Arkansas

      Grantham University Online

      Average cost in state
      $15,532
      Average cost out of state
      $15,532
      School Type
      Private

      Grantham University Online

      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
      • Nursing Leadership & Organizational Leadership Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Grand Valley State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,462
      Average cost out of state
      $37,424
      School Type
      Public

      Grand Valley 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Washington

      Grays Harbor College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,757
      Average cost out of state
      $26,757
      School Type
      Public

      Grays 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Texas

      Grayson County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,703
      Average cost out of state
      $29,703
      School Type
      Public

      Grayson County 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Ohio

      Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development

      Average cost in state
      $18,500
      Average cost out of state
      $18,500

      Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate Program
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • New York

      Greater Southern Tier BOCES

      Average cost in state
      $14,400
      Average cost out of state
      $14,400
      School Type
      Public

      Greater Southern Tier BOCES

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Washington

      Green River Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,124‬
      Average cost out of state
      $20,124‬
      School Type
      Public

      Green River 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
      • Medical Assistant to LPN or RN
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Greenfield Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,906
      Average cost out of state
      $12,026‬
      School Type
      Public

      Greenfield 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)
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • California

      Grossmont College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $24,785
      Average cost out of state
      $38,729
      School Type
      Public

      Grossmont 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: April 20, 2026

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