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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
    • Virginia

      Mountain Empire Community College

      Average cost in state
      $20,058
      Average cost out of state
      $26,137
      School Type
      Public

      Mountain Empire 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Oregon

      Mt. Hood Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,586‬
      Average cost out of state
      $8,844
      School Type
      Public

      Mt. Hood 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: August 27, 2026
    • California

      Mt. San Antonio College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,942
      Average cost out of state
      $27,942
      School Type
      Public

      Mt. San Antonio 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
      • Healthcare Professional to RN or BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • LVN 30-Unit Option – Career Mobility Track
      Last Updated: August 27, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Murray State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,358
      Average cost out of state
      $9,222
      School Type
      Public

      Murray State 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: August 27, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Murray State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,809
      Average cost out of state
      $33,269
      School Type
      Public

      Murray State 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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: August 27, 2026
    • Michigan

      Muskegon Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,864
      Average cost out of state
      $25,624
      School Type
      Public

      Muskegon Community College

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Associate in Applied Science (Degree in Nursing)
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • California

      Napa Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,067
      Average cost out of state
      $53,339
      School Type
      Public

      Napa Valley 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: June 15, 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 Hampshire

      Nashua Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,712‬
      Average cost out of state
      $12,552
      School Type
      Public

      Nashua 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 15, 2026
    • New York

      Nassau Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $5,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,980
      School Type
      Public

      Nassau 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 29, 2026
    • Arkansas

      National Park Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,466
      Average cost out of state
      $29,466
      School Type
      Public

      National Park 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • California

      National University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $53,005
      Average cost out of state
      $53,005
      School Type
      Private

      National 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
      • Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Naugatuck Valley Community Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,218
      Average cost out of state
      $15,476
      School Type
      Public

      Naugatuck Valley Community 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 Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Texas

      Navarro College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,231
      Average cost out of state
      $14,515
      School Type
      Public

      Navarro 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
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • New York

      Nazareth University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $64,980
      Average cost out of state
      $64,980
      School Type
      Private

      Nazareth 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: August 28, 2026
    • New York

      Nazareth University of Rochester

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,536
      Average cost out of state
      $61,536
      School Type
      Private

      Nazareth University of Rochester

      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 1, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Nebraska Methodist College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $40,184
      Average cost out of state
      $40,184

      Nebraska Methodist 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • APRN to DNP (Advanced Practice RN to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (NE-BC) Nurse Executive (NE-BC)
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • Care Coordinator Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Nebraska Wesleyan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $65,784
      Average cost out of state
      $65,784
      School Type
      Private

      Nebraska Wesleyan 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Nursing Leadership
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Kansas

      Neosho County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,824
      Average cost out of state
      $12,432
      School Type
      Public

      Neosho 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 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
    • Nevada

      Nevada State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,778
      Average cost out of state
      $54,547
      School Type
      Public

      Nevada 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Virginia

      New Horizons Regional Education Center

      Average cost in state
      $950
      Average cost out of state
      $950

      New Horizons Regional Education Center

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New Jersey

      New Jersey City University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,370
      Average cost out of state
      $16,370
      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: July 16, 2026
    • New Mexico

      New Mexico Junior College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $1,200
      Average cost out of state
      $2,250
      School Type
      Public

      New Mexico Junior 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026

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