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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
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota West Community & Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,448
      Average cost out of state
      $7,448
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota West Community &amp; 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
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

      Average cost in state
      $36,238
      Average cost out of state
      $36,238
      School Type
      Private

      Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

      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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Fergus Falls

      Average cost in state
      $21,164
      Average cost out of state
      $21,164
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Fergus Falls

      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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Moorhead

      Average cost in state
      $21,164
      Average cost out of state
      $21,164
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Moorhead

      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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota State University - Mankato

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,798
      Average cost out of state
      $36,542
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota State University - Mankato

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Minot State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,434
      Average cost out of state
      $19,434
      School Type
      Public

      Minot 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Mississippi Delta Community College

      Average cost in state
      $16,320
      Average cost out of state
      $21,520
      School Type
      Public

      Mississippi Delta 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
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Mississippi College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,000
      Average cost out of state
      $22,000
      School Type
      Private

      Mississippi 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Misericordia University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $82,000
      Average cost out of state
      $82,000
      School Type
      Private

      Misericordia 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)
      • 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)
      Last Updated: May 29, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,375
      Average cost out of state
      $23,325
      School Type
      Public

      Mississippi Gulf Coast 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
      • CNA to LPN
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Mississippi University for Women

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,555
      Average cost out of state
      $27,555
      School Type
      Public

      Mississippi University for Women

      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
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • 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)
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Missouri Baptist Hospital School of Nursing

      School Type
      Private
    • Missouri

      Missouri Southern State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,785
      Average cost out of state
      $37,185
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri Southern 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
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Missouri State University - West Plains

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,585
      Average cost out of state
      $21,755
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri State University - West Plains

      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
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,906
      Average cost out of state
      $39,736
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri State University-Springfield

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
      • Post-Master's Population Health Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Missouri Western State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $35,317
      Average cost out of state
      $45,681
      School Type
      Public

      Missouri Western 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
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Mitchell Community College

      Average cost in state
      $2,280
      Average cost out of state
      $8,040‬
      School Type
      Public

      Mitchell 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
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • California

      Modesto Junior College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $31,802
      Average cost out of state
      $31,802
      School Type
      Public

      Modesto Junior 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: June 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      Moberly Area Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,416
      Average cost out of state
      $18,246
      School Type
      Public

      Moberly Area 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)
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Montana

      Montana Tech of the University of Montana

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,418
      Average cost out of state
      $45,218
      School Type
      Public

      Montana Tech of the University of Montana

      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: March 9, 2026
    • Michigan

      Muskegon Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,864
      Average cost out of state
      $25,624
      School Type
      Public

      Muskegon Community College

      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)
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • New Hampshire

      Nashua Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,520
      Average cost out of state
      $12,120
      School Type
      Public

      Nashua 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
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Nash Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,612
      Average cost out of state
      $6,756
      School Type
      Public

      Nash 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 29, 2026
    • New York

      Nassau Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $5,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,980
      School Type
      Public

      Nassau 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
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026

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