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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
    • Texas

      Baylor College of Medicine

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $42,315
      Average cost out of state
      $42,315
      School Type
      Private

      Baylor College of Medicine

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Texas

      Baylor University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $45,140
      Average cost out of state
      $45,140
      School Type
      Private

      Baylor 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
      • (NE-BC) Nurse Executive (NE-BC)
      • CNM/CM
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (NNP-BC) NNP-BC - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • (NEA-BC) Nurse Executive
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Beaufort County Community College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,732
      Average cost out of state
      $36,860
      School Type
      Public

      Beaufort County 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
      • Nurse Aide Certificate
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Belhaven University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,700
      Average cost out of state
      $30,700
      School Type
      Private

      Belhaven 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: April 14, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Bellarmine University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $69,338
      Average cost out of state
      $69,338
      School Type
      Private

      Bellarmine 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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Washington

      Bellevue College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,824
      Average cost out of state
      $44,727
      School Type
      Public

      Bellevue 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: July 24, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Bellevue University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,770
      Average cost out of state
      $13,770
      School Type
      Private

      Bellevue 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 BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Bellin College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      23,755
      Average cost out of state
      $23,755
      School Type
      Private

      Bellin 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Ohio

      Belmont College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,882
      Average cost out of state
      $18,164
      School Type
      Public

      Belmont 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Belmont University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,330
      Average cost out of state
      $61,330
      School Type
      Private

      Belmont 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (CHSA) Certified Health Service Administrator (CHSA)
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Bemidji State University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,600
      Average cost out of state
      $23,600
      School Type
      Public

      Bemidji 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: April 14, 2026
    • Illinois, Arizona

      Benedictine University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,450
      Average cost out of state
      $39,450
      School Type
      Private

      Benedictine 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 BSN to MSN (combined bridge)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Nurse Executive Leader
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Berea College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $66,042
      Average cost out of state
      $66,042
      School Type
      Private

      Berea 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
      Last Updated: July 24, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Bergen Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,979
      Average cost out of state
      $32,496
      School Type
      Public

      Bergen 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: July 24, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Berkshire Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,290
      Average cost out of state
      $14,310
      School Type
      Public

      Berkshire 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
      • 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 14, 2026
    • Indiana

      Bethel College - Indiana

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $52,470
      Average cost out of state
      $52,470
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel College - Indiana

      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 BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Kansas

      Bethel College - North Newton

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $35,818
      Average cost out of state
      $35,818
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel College - North Newton

      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: July 24, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Bethel University - Minnesota

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $46,808
      Average cost out of state
      $46,808
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel University - Minnesota

      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
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      Last Updated: May 13, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Bethel University - Tennessee

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,366
      Average cost out of state
      $23,366
      School Type
      Private

      Bethel University - Tennessee

      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: June 5, 2026
    • Florida

      Bethune-Cookman University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,604
      Average cost out of state
      $27,604
      School Type
      Private

      Bethune-Cookman 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • Alabama

      Bevill State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,832
      Average cost out of state
      $14,896
      School Type
      Public

      Bevill 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 28, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Big Sandy Community and Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,680‬
      Average cost out of state
      $6,480‬
      School Type
      Public

      Big Sandy Community and Technical 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: May 14, 2026
    • New York

      Binghamton University - SUNY

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,746
      Average cost out of state
      $55,716
      School Type
      Public

      Binghamton University - SUNY

      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
      • Disaster Management Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Community health nursing (primary care) Certificate
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Forensic Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: August 18, 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

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