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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
    • Iowa

      Ellsworth Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $8,496
      Average cost out of state
      $10,008
      School Type
      Public

      Ellsworth 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: May 6, 2026
    • Illinois

      Elmhurst College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $58,428
      Average cost out of state
      $58,428
      School Type
      Private

      Elmhurst 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Administrator
      • Clinical Nurse Leader
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Kansas

      Emporia State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,392
      Average cost out of state
      $32,960
      School Type
      Public

      Emporia 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: April 1, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Endicott College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $43,264
      Average cost out of state
      $43,264
      School Type
      Private

      Endicott 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration and Leadership
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 19, 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
    • 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
    • Washington

      Everett Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,579
      Average cost out of state
      $33,927
      School Type
      Public

      Everett 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
    • California

      Evergreen Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $35,444
      Average cost out of state
      $35,444
      School Type
      Public

      Evergreen Valley 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • New York

      Excelsior College

      Average cost in state
      $26,790
      Average cost out of state
      $26,790

      Excelsior 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Fairfield University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,390
      Average cost out of state
      $61,390
      School Type
      Private

      Fairfield 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
      • Certificate in Health Informatics
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Fairleigh Dickinson University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,364
      Average cost out of state
      $37,364
      School Type
      Private

      Fairleigh Dickinson 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Information Systems
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Fayette County Area Vocational

      Average cost in state
      $20,905
      Average cost out of state
      $22,905
      School Type
      Public

      Fayette County Area Vocational

      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 16, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Felician College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,980
      Average cost out of state
      $37,980
      School Type
      Private

      Felician 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (Post-Master's Certificate)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Ohio

      Firelands Regional Medical Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $7,745
      Average cost out of state
      $7,745
      School Type
      Private

      Firelands Regional Medical Center

      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
    • South Carolina

      Florence-Darlington Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,182
      Average cost out of state
      $27,182
      School Type
      Public

      Florence-Darlington 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)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Gateway College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,160
      Average cost out of state
      $30,807
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Gateway 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)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Southwestern State College

      Average cost in state
      $26,785
      Average cost out of state
      $36,363
      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: April 17, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida State College at Jacksonville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,334
      Average cost out of state
      $40,166‬
      School Type
      Public

      Florida State College at Jacksonville

      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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nursing Assistant - Career Training Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Forsyth Technical Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,469
      Average cost out of state
      $21,077
      School Type
      Public

      Forsyth Technical 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Kansas

      Fort Scott Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,497
      Average cost out of state
      $19,127
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Scott 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 17, 2026
    • Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,417
      Average cost out of state
      $19,417
      School Type
      Private

      Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Fox Valley Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,990
      School Type
      Public

      Fox Valley 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • RN Refresher Certificate
      • Licensed Practical Nursing Refresher Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Neumann University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,340
      Average cost out of state
      $39,340
      School Type
      Private

      Neumann 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • New Jersey

      New Jersey City University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,605
      Average cost out of state
      $15,605
      School Type
      Public

      New Jersey City 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • School Nurse Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026

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