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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
    • Indiana

      Ivy Tech Community College - Southwest

      Average cost in state
      $23,288
      Average cost out of state
      $28,068
      School Type
      Public

      Ivy Tech Community College - Southwest

      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
      • Medical Assistant to LPN or RN
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Missouri

      Saint Luke's College of Health and Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,366
      Average cost out of state
      $43,366
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Luke's College of Health and 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New York

      St Joseph's College of Nursing at St Joseph's Hospital Health Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $78,682
      Average cost out of state
      $78,682
      School Type
      Private

      St Joseph's College of Nursing at St Joseph's Hospital Health Center

      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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: June 23, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Bridgeport

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,302
      Average cost out of state
      $61,302
      School Type
      Private

      University of Bridgeport

      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: September 2, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Gwynedd-Mercy College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,528
      Average cost out of state
      $43,528
      School Type
      Private

      Gwynedd-Mercy 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Health Care Administration Certificate
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      Last Updated: August 25, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Alverno College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $34,212
      Average cost out of state
      $34,212
      School Type
      Private

      Alverno College

      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
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Dakota Nursing Program at Lake Region State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,159
      Average cost out of state
      $7,159
      School Type
      Public

      Dakota Nursing Program at Lake Region State 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nurse Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 10, 2026
    • Ohio

      Owens Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,900‬
      Average cost out of state
      $15,800‬
      School Type
      Public

      Owens 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: August 31, 2026
    • Michigan

      Oakland Community College

      Average cost in state
      $3,330
      Average cost out of state
      $6,330
      School Type
      Public

      Oakland 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)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Iowa

      Clarke College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,865
      Average cost out of state
      $56,865
      School Type
      Public

      Clarke 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Health Leadership and Practice (HLP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Dakota Nursing Program at Williston State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,603
      Average cost out of state
      $20,603
      School Type
      Public

      Dakota Nursing Program at Williston State 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 BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nurse Certificate
      Last Updated: August 10, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Delgado Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $4,824
      Average cost out of state
      $4,824
      School Type
      Public

      Delgado 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Iowa

      Iowa Western Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,709
      Average cost out of state
      $23,859
      School Type
      Public

      Iowa Western 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)
      • Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate (Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate)
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Riverland Community College

      Average cost in state
      $27,548
      Average cost out of state
      $27,548
      School Type
      Public

      Riverland 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)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      • Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate (Advanced Nursing Assistant Certificate)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Illinois

      Rush University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,844
      Average cost out of state
      $37,844
      School Type
      Private

      Rush 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Barton College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,606
      Average cost out of state
      $53,606
      School Type
      Private

      Barton 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 22, 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
    • Georgia

      Brenau University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $48,690
      Average cost out of state
      $48,690
      School Type
      Private

      Brenau 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
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Cape Cod Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,860
      Average cost out of state
      $14,040
      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: July 27, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Central Connecticut State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,050
      Average cost out of state
      $26,910
      School Type
      Public

      Central Connecticut 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: August 3, 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
    • Virginia

      New River Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,789
      Average cost out of state
      $27,640
      School Type
      Public

      New River 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 Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 28, 2026
    • Washington

      Seattle Pacific University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $45,648
      Average cost out of state
      $45,648
      School Type
      Private

      Seattle Pacific 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
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      University of Central Oklahoma

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,326
      Average cost out of state
      $51,701
      School Type
      Public

      University of Central Oklahoma

      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: May 6, 2026

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