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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
    • North Carolina

      Duke University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $70,265
      Average cost out of state
      $70,265
      School Type
      Private

      Duke 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (PPCNP-BC) Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP-BC)
      • Nursing and Healthcare Leadership Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Women's Health/Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Kansas

      Butler Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,818
      Average cost out of state
      $29,708
      School Type
      Public

      Butler 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)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Butler County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,010
      Average cost out of state
      $21,100
      School Type
      Public

      Butler 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
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • California

      Butte College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,580
      Average cost out of state
      $36,812
      School Type
      Public

      Butte 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,370
      Average cost out of state
      $20,370
      School Type
      Private

      Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

      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 16, 2026
    • Alabama

      Calhoun Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,930
      Average cost out of state
      $7,860
      School Type
      Public

      Calhoun 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
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • California

      California State University - Bakersfield

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,296
      Average cost out of state
      $42,600
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - Bakersfield

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Durham Technical Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,986‬
      Average cost out of state
      $6,594
      School Type
      Public

      Durham 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Dyersburg State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,072
      Average cost out of state
      $25,432
      School Type
      Public

      Dyersburg 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
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • New York

      Dutchess BOCES - Practical Nursing Program

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,000
      Average cost out of state
      $15,000
      School Type
      Public

      Dutchess BOCES - Practical Nursing Program

      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
    • 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
    • Massachusetts

      Endicott College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $41,700
      Average cost out of state
      $41,700
      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: April 16, 2026
    • North Carolina

      East Carolina University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $ 26,084
      Average cost out of state
      $42,850
      School Type
      Public

      East Carolina 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
      • Certificate in Healthcare Emergency and Disaster Management
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Arkansas

      East Arkansas Community College

      Average cost in state
      $2,400
      Average cost out of state
      $3,312
      School Type
      Public

      East Arkansas 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 16, 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
    • New York

      Erie 1 BOCES-Practical Nursing Program

      Average cost in state
      $16,000
      Average cost out of state
      $16,000

      Erie 1 BOCES-Practical Nursing Program

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • North Carolina

      Fayetteville State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,521
      Average cost out of state
      $30,521
      School Type
      Public

      Fayetteville 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Fairmont State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,318
      Average cost out of state
      $31,674
      School Type
      Public

      Fairmont State University

      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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (NCSN) National Certified School Nurse (NCSN)
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026

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