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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
    • Louisiana

      Dillard University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $42,565
      Average cost out of state
      $42,565
      School Type
      Private

      Dillard 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: April 15, 2026
    • Missouri

      East Central College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,380
      Average cost out of state
      $33,176
      School Type
      Public

      East Central 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
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Essex County College

      Average cost in state
      $4,585
      Average cost out of state
      $8,005

      Essex 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nurse Paralegal Certificate
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota North College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,405
      Average cost out of state
      $19,405
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota North 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
      • Nursing Assistant
      Last Updated: August 21, 2026
    • Illinois

      John A. Logan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,156
      Average cost out of state
      $6,156
      School Type
      Public

      John A. Logan 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 21, 2026
    • Georgia

      Kennesaw State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,318
      Average cost out of state
      $43,648
      School Type
      Public

      Kennesaw 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Administration
      • Nursing Education
      Last Updated: March 9, 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
    • 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

      North Country Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $25,390
      Average cost out of state
      $32,040
      School Type
      Public

      North Country 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 Certificate
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Minnesota

      North Hennepin Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,554
      Average cost out of state
      $7,554
      School Type
      Public

      North Hennepin 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: June 3, 2026
    • California

      San Francisco State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $38,234
      Average cost out of state
      $38,234
      School Type
      Public

      San Francisco 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
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • California

      Sonoma State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,906
      Average cost out of state
      $36,906
      School Type
      Public

      Sonoma 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Washington

      South Puget Sound Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,135
      Average cost out of state
      $8,730
      School Type
      Public

      South Puget Sound 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Illinois

      South Suburban College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,500
      Average cost out of state
      $12,150
      School Type
      Public

      South Suburban 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
      • Basic Nurse Assistant Training
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Iowa

      Southwestern Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,450
      Average cost out of state
      $22,702
      School Type
      Public

      Southwestern 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 23, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,234
      Average cost out of state
      $57,344
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine

      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
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Texas

      Vernon College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,372
      Average cost out of state
      $18,572
      School Type
      Public

      Vernon 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 Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Texas

      Abilene Christian University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,950
      Average cost out of state
      $61,950
      School Type
      Private

      Abilene Christian 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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Southwestern State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,521
      Average cost out of state
      $46,610
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Southwestern 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: August 24, 2026
    • Mississippi

      University of Southern Mississippi

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,656
      Average cost out of state
      $29,656
      School Type
      Public

      University of Southern Mississippi

      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
      • RN-BSN/MSN (dual-track program)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 2, 2026
    • Florida

      University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

      Average cost in state
      $24,705
      Average cost out of state
      $24,705
      School Type
      Private

      University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

      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
      • Psychiatric Mental Health–Primary Care & Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner(PMHP&CADGNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse Educator and Nurse Executive role specialties
      Last Updated: July 2, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Yale University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $72,500
      Average cost out of state
      $72,500
      School Type
      Private

      Yale 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
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • California

      Chabot College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,710
      Average cost out of state
      $47,790
      School Type
      Public

      Chabot 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 13, 2026
    • New Hampshire

      St. Joseph School of Nursing - New Hampshire

      Average cost in state
      $17,747
      Average cost out of state
      $17,747

      St. Joseph School of Nursing - New Hampshire

      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

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