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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
    • Ohio

      University of Toledo

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $52,874
      Average cost out of state
      $53,874
      School Type
      Public

      University of Toledo

      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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Washington

      University of Washington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $36,189
      Average cost out of state
      $67,423
      School Type
      Public

      University of Washington

      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)
      • Advanced Practice Environmental and Occupational Health(APE-OH)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Global Health Nursing, Nurse-Midwifery, Palliative Care
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Tennessee

      University of Memphis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,536
      Average cost out of state
      $35,240
      School Type
      Public

      University of Memphis

      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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Executive Leadership Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Tri-County Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,108
      Average cost out of state
      $42,492
      School Type
      Public

      Tri-County 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Texas

      The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $50,882
      Average cost out of state
      $75,182
      School Type
      Public

      The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

      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
      • Post-Master's Nurse Practitioner Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health(PMNPCPMH)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Ohio

      Trinity Health System School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $33,254
      Average cost out of state
      $33,254
      School Type
      Private

      Trinity Health System School of Nursing

      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: March 9, 2026
    • Oregon

      Treasure Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $12,784
      Average cost out of state
      $12,784
      School Type
      Public

      Treasure Valley 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Tri County Tech

      Average cost in state
      $7,270
      Average cost out of state
      $10,200
      School Type
      Public

      Tri County Tech

      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: March 9, 2026
    • California

      San Diego City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,385
      Average cost out of state
      $49,241
      School Type
      Public

      San Diego City 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
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Alabama

      Samford University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $41,910
      Average cost out of state
      $41,910
      School Type
      Public

      Samford 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)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Illinois

      Sauk Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,520
      Average cost out of state
      $13,320
      School Type
      Public

      Sauk Valley 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: March 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Saint Cloud State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,292
      Average cost out of state
      $36,818
      School Type
      Public

      Saint Cloud 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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Indiana

      Saint Elizabeth's School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $58,596
      Average cost out of state
      $58,596
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Elizabeth's School of Nursing

      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: March 9, 2026
    • Rhode Island

      Salve Regina University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $77,716
      Average cost out of state
      $77,716
      School Type
      Private

      Salve Regina 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
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (Post-Master's Certificate)
      • Cybersecurity and Healthcare Administration (Graduate Certificate)
      • Healthcare Administration (Graduate Certificate)
      • Healthcare Leadership (Graduate Certificate)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post-Master's Certificate)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (Post-Master's Certificate)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Florida

      Santa Fe College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,425
      Average cost out of state
      $26,585
      School Type
      Public

      Santa Fe 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nurse Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Alabama

      Northwest Shoals Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,147
      Average cost out of state
      $23,291
      School Type
      Public

      Northwest Shoals 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 Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Passaic County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,940
      Average cost out of state
      $10,500
      School Type
      Public

      Passaic County 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 9, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Northeastern University - Charlotte Accelerated Program

      Average cost in state
      $33,995
      Average cost out of state
      $33,995

      Northeastern University - Charlotte Accelerated 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology

      Average cost in state
      $14,985
      Average cost out of state
      $14,985
      School Type
      Private

      Pennsylvania Institute of Health 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: March 9, 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
    • Montana

      Montana State University - Bozeman

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,086
      Average cost out of state
      $53,922
      School Type
      Public

      Montana State University - Bozeman

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Montana

      Montana State University - Northern

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,495
      Average cost out of state
      $22,397
      School Type
      Public

      Montana State University - Northern

      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: March 9, 2026
    • California

      Monterey Peninsula College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,246
      Average cost out of state
      $46,714
      School Type
      Public

      Monterey Peninsula 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 9, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Normandale Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,906
      Average cost out of state
      $18,906
      School Type
      Public

      Normandale 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 9, 2026

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