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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
    • Delaware

      POLYTECH Adult Education

      Average cost in state
      $16,999
      Average cost out of state
      $16,999
      School Type
      Public

      POLYTECH Adult Education

      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 1, 2026
    • New York

      Clinton Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,832
      Average cost out of state
      $6,888
      School Type
      Public

      Clinton 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 27, 2026
    • New Mexico

      Clovis Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,344
      Average cost out of state
      $18,296
      School Type
      Public

      Clovis 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 27, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Milligan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $55,566
      Average cost out of state
      $55,566
      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: March 11, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Chattanooga State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,900
      Average cost out of state
      $30,100
      School Type
      Public

      Chattanooga State 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 14, 2026
    • New York

      Corning Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,230
      Average cost out of state
      $11,186
      School Type
      Public

      Corning 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 15, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Inter American University - Aguadilla

      Average cost in state
      $7,800
      Average cost out of state
      $7,800

      Inter American University - Aguadilla

      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 21, 2026
    • California

      Gavilan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,172
      Average cost out of state
      $47,272
      School Type
      Public

      Gavilan 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: May 11, 2026
    • Ohio

      North Central State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,789
      Average cost out of state
      $18,789
      School Type
      Public

      North Central 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • New York

      Touro College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,892
      Average cost out of state
      $61,892
      School Type
      Private

      Touro 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Midland University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $42,900
      Average cost out of state
      $42,900
      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: March 11, 2026
    • Virginia

      Wytheville Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,007
      Average cost out of state
      $11,445
      School Type
      Public

      Wytheville 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 2, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Cleveland State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,954
      Average cost out of state
      $26,954
      School Type
      Public

      Cleveland State 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 27, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Wilkes Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,241
      Average cost out of state
      $20,241
      School Type
      Public

      Wilkes 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: March 5, 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
    • Minnesota

      Anoka Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,265
      Average cost out of state
      $27,265
      School Type
      Public

      Anoka 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
      Last Updated: April 9, 2026
    • California

      Biola University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $65,314
      Average cost out of state
      $65,314
      School Type
      Private

      Biola 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: April 10, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Chisholm Trail Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,171
      Average cost out of state
      $21,171
      School Type
      Public

      Chisholm Trail 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Delaware

      Delaware County Intermediate Unit

      Average cost in state
      $27,433
      Average cost out of state
      $27,433
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware County Intermediate Unit

      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
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • New York

      Erie Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,820
      Average cost out of state
      $20,820
      School Type
      Public

      Erie 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 16, 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
    • Maryland

      Harford Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,012
      Average cost out of state
      $28,076
      School Type
      Public

      Harford 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
      Last Updated: April 21, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Inter-American University of Puerto Rico

      Average cost in state
      $4,968
      Average cost out of state
      $4,968

      Inter-American University of Puerto Rico

      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 22, 2026
    • Washington

      Walla Walla University

      Average cost in state
      $34,344
      Average cost out of state
      $34,344
      School Type
      Private

      Walla Walla 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: May 7, 2026

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