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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
    • 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
    • Arizona

      Mesa Community College

      Average cost in state
      $29,630
      Average cost out of state
      $31,030
      School Type
      Public

      Mesa 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate of Completion in Nursing Refresher
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Merit Technical Institute

      School Type
      Public

      Merit Technical Institute

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Associate in Applied Science (Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Methodist University

      Average cost in state
      $61,223
      Average cost out of state
      $44,870
      School Type
      Private

      Methodist University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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 Education
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Metro Technology Centers

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,030
      Average cost out of state
      $8,060
      School Type
      Public

      Metro Technology Centers

      Degree Programs

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

      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Metropolitan Community College

      Average cost in state
      $11,604
      Average cost out of state
      $12,624
      School Type
      Public

      Metropolitan 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)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Florida

      Miami-Dade County Public Schools

      School Type
      Public

      Miami-Dade County Public Schools

      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 28, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Mid Plains Community College Area

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $3,600
      Average cost out of state
      $4,530
      School Type
      Public

      Mid Plains Community College Area

      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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Michigan

      Michigan State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $16,916
      Average cost out of state
      $44,300‬
      School Type
      Public

      Michigan 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Michigan

      Mid-Michigan Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,320
      Average cost out of state
      $36,414
      School Type
      Public

      Mid-Michigan 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Mid-Plains Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $3,600
      Average cost out of state
      $4,530
      School Type
      Public

      Mid-Plains 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Mid-State Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,013
      Average cost out of state
      $32,893
      School Type
      Public

      Mid-State 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Kansas

      MidAmerica Nazarene University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,120
      Average cost out of state
      $39,120
      School Type
      Private

      MidAmerica Nazarene 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Healthcare Administration Certificate
      • Healthcare Quality Management Certificate
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Georgia

      Middle Georgia State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $ 5,220
      Average cost out of state
      $ 19,410
      School Type
      Public

      Middle Georgia 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
      • 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Georgia

      Middle Georgia State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $ 5,220
      Average cost out of state
      $19,410
      School Type
      Public

      Middle Georgia 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
      • 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Middlesex County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,856
      Average cost out of state
      $10,944
      School Type
      Public

      Middlesex 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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Middlesex County Magnet Schools

      Average cost in state
      $8,000
      Average cost out of state
      $10,270
      School Type
      Public

      Middlesex County Magnet Schools

      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: March 11, 2026
    • Texas

      Midland College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,464
      Average cost out of state
      $20,344
      School Type
      Public

      Midland 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
      • LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Midland University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,990
      Average cost out of state
      $43,990
      School Type
      Private

      Midland 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Midway College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $52,420
      Average cost out of state
      $52,420
      School Type
      Private

      Midway 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
      • Master 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: May 28, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology

      Average cost in state
      $19,389
      Average cost out of state
      $19,389
      School Type
      Public

      Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology

      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 28, 2026
    • Montana

      Miles Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $40,062
      Average cost out of state
      $40,062
      School Type
      Public

      Miles 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)
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Millersville University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,358
      Average cost out of state
      $37,816
      School Type
      Public

      Millersville 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Milligan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $55,924
      Average cost out of state
      $55,924
      School Type
      Private

      Milligan 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: May 28, 2026

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