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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
    • Michigan

      Northwestern Michigan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,775
      Average cost out of state
      $35,577
      School Type
      Public

      Northwestern Michigan 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Ohio

      Notre Dame College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,544
      Average cost out of state
      $44,544
      School Type
      Private

      Notre Dame 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Florida

      Nova Southeastern University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,500
      Average cost out of state
      $40,500
      School Type
      Private

      Nova Southeastern 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)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Last Updated: May 26, 2026
    • Michigan

      Oakland University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,187
      Average cost out of state
      $28,787
      School Type
      Public

      Oakland 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)
      • Nurse Anesthesia Pathway (BSN → DNAP or DNP-NA)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Forensic Nursing Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Illinois

      Oakton Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,485
      Average cost out of state
      $25,485
      School Type
      Public

      Oakton 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
      • Perioperative Nursing Certificate
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Basic Nurse Assistant
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Ocean County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,944‬
      Average cost out of state
      $7,152‬
      School Type
      Public

      Ocean 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
      Last Updated: April 30, 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
    • 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
    • New Mexico

      New Mexico State University - Carlsbad

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $1,296
      Average cost out of state
      $2,400‬
      School Type
      Public

      New Mexico State University - Carlsbad

      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 29, 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 Mexico

      New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

      Average cost in state
      $15,540
      Average cost out of state
      $15,900

      New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

      Degree Programs

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

      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Washington

      Seattle Central College

      Average cost in state
      $36,761
      Average cost out of state
      $37,250

      Seattle Central 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 1, 2026
    • Washington

      Seattle University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,400
      Average cost out of state
      $59,400
      School Type
      Private

      Seattle 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Virginia

      Sentara College of Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,028
      Average cost out of state
      $27,028
      School Type
      Private

      Sentara 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Florida

      Seminole State College of Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,477
      Average cost out of state
      $40,791
      School Type
      Public

      Seminole State College of Florida

      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: May 1, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Seton Hall University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $52,150
      Average cost out of state
      $52,150
      School Type
      Private

      Seton Hall 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 MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Population Focused Nursing Practice Certificate
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Kansas

      Seward County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,800
      Average cost out of state
      $5,952
      School Type
      Public

      Seward 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
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026
    • District of Columbia, Maryland

      Shenandoah University-School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,220
      Average cost out of state
      $37,220
      School Type
      Private

      Shenandoah University-School of Nursing

      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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Florida

      Sheridan Technical Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,830
      Average cost out of state
      $11,130
      School Type
      Public

      Sheridan Technical Center

      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: May 4, 2026
    • Missouri

      Sikeston Career & Technology Center, Practical Nursing Program

      Average cost in state
      $10,000
      Average cost out of state
      $10,000

      Sikeston Career &amp; Technology Center, 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate Program
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Washington

      Shoreline Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,880
      Average cost out of state
      $7,061
      School Type
      Public

      Shoreline 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
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Washington

      Seattle Pacific University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $45,648
      Average cost out of state
      $45,648
      School Type
      Private

      Seattle Pacific 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
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Seminole State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,550
      Average cost out of state
      $11,940
      School Type
      Public

      Seminole State 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
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • California

      Shasta College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,874
      Average cost out of state
      $42,770
      School Type
      Public

      Shasta 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
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026

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