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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
    • New Mexico

      University of New Mexico - Gallup

      Average cost in state
      $3,864
      Average cost out of state
      $4,708
      School Type
      Public

      University of New Mexico - Gallup

      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
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Alabama

      University of North Alabama

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,600
      Average cost out of state
      $16,260
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Alabama

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Greensboro

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $24,544
      Average cost out of state
      $41,930
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Greensboro

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Leadership and Management Certificate
      • Advanced Practice Foundations Certificate
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Charlotte

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $7,624
      Average cost out of state
      $38,130
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Charlotte

      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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • Nurse Anesthesia Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Applied Nursing Informatics
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • North Dakota

      University of North Dakota

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,000
      Average cost out of state
      $20,041
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Dakota

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,325
      Average cost out of state
      $49,352
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      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
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Florida

      University of North Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,841
      Average cost out of state
      $39,241
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Florida

      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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Colorado

      University of Northern Colorado

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,800
      Average cost out of state
      $50,288
      School Type
      Public

      University of Northern Colorado

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Hawaii

      University of Phoenix, Hawaii Campus

      Average cost in state
      $20,626
      Average cost out of state
      $20,626
      School Type
      Private

      University of Phoenix, Hawaii Campus

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Rhode Island

      University of Rhode Island

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,158
      Average cost out of state
      $60,516
      School Type
      Public

      University of Rhode Island

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • Indiana

      University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $50,970
      Average cost out of state
      $50,970
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne

      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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Rio Grande

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,000
      Average cost out of state
      $20,000
      School Type
      Private

      University of Rio Grande

      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
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Illinois

      University of Saint Francis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,966
      Average cost out of state
      $39,966
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Francis

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Teaching Nursing Certificate Program
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Missouri

      Truman Medical Center School of Nurse Anesthesia

      Average cost in state
      $69,250
      Average cost out of state
      $108,921
      School Type
      Private

      Truman Medical Center School of Nurse Anesthesia

      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
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • North Dakota

      United Tribes Technical College

      School Type
      Public

      United Tribes Technical 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)
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Universal Technology College of Puerto Rico

      Average cost in state
      $10,940
      Average cost out of state
      $28,240
      School Type
      Private

      Universal Technology College of Puerto Rico

      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
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,534
      Average cost out of state
      $9,534
      School Type
      Private

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      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 York

      University at Buffalo

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $35,922
      Average cost out of state
      $57,352
      School Type
      Public

      University at Buffalo

      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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Akron

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,770
      Average cost out of state
      $40,450
      School Type
      Public

      University of Akron

      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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate for Certified Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Child and Adolescent Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate
      • Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
      • Child and Adolescent Health Nurse Acute Care Certificate
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Alabama

      University of Alabama

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,446
      Average cost out of state
      $62,554
      School Type
      Public

      University of Alabama

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Alabama

      University of Alabama - Birmingham

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,640
      Average cost out of state
      $28,980
      School Type
      Public

      University of Alabama - Birmingham

      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
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Advanced Practice Provider Management of Neurological Conditions of Aging Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Nurse Leadership in Quality and Safety
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
      • Nurse Executive Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Alaska

      University of Alaska - Anchorage

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,204
      Average cost out of state
      $55,180
      School Type
      Public

      University of Alaska - Anchorage

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Arizona

      University of Arizona

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,600
      Average cost out of state
      $61,800
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arizona

      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
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Health Care Informatics Certificate
      • Rural Telehealth Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas - Little Rock

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,070
      Average cost out of state
      $40,664
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas - Little Rock

      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)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026

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