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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
    • Pennsylvania

      Northampton Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,880
      Average cost out of state
      $19,219
      School Type
      Public

      Northampton 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
      • PN to RN
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Iowa

      Northeast Iowa Community College

      Average cost in state
      $25,220
      Average cost out of state
      $25,220

      Northeast Iowa 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: June 3, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $48,100
      Average cost out of state
      $48,100
      School Type
      Private

      Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing

      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: June 16, 2026
    • Virginia

      Patrick Henry Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,250
      Average cost out of state
      $10,908
      School Type
      Public

      Patrick Henry 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
      Last Updated: June 9, 2026
    • Illinois

      Rend Lake College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,900
      Average cost out of state
      $4,900
      School Type
      Public

      Rend Lake 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Illinois

      Richland Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,888
      Average cost out of state
      $13,656
      School Type
      Public

      Richland 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 27, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Richmond Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $25,565
      Average cost out of state
      $30,173
      School Type
      Public

      Richmond 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: May 1, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Ridgewater College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,700
      Average cost out of state
      $6,700
      School Type
      Public

      Ridgewater 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 17, 2026
    • Illinois

      Rock Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,000
      Average cost out of state
      $5,472
      School Type
      Public

      Rock 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • California

      Sacramento City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,678
      Average cost out of state
      $37,678
      School Type
      Public

      Sacramento City 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
      Last Updated: June 12, 2026
    • Illinois

      Sauk Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,790
      Average cost out of state
      $13,590
      School Type
      Public

      Sauk Valley 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: June 22, 2026
    • Michigan

      Schoolcraft College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,232
      Average cost out of state
      $24,232
      School Type
      Public

      Schoolcraft 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: June 22, 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
    • 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
    • Illinois

      Shawnee Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,716
      Average cost out of state
      $29,866
      School Type
      Public

      Shawnee 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 17, 2026
    • California

      Sierra College

      Average cost in state
      $26,392
      Average cost out of state
      $38,842

      Sierra 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Iowa

      Southeastern Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $6,660
      Average cost out of state
      $6,810
      School Type
      Public

      Southeastern 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: May 4, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Southwest Mississippi Community College

      Average cost in state
      $11,850
      Average cost out of state
      $14,550

      Southwest Mississippi 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: June 22, 2026
    • Texas

      Southwestern Adventist University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,590
      Average cost out of state
      $37,590
      School Type
      Private

      Southwestern Adventist 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: June 23, 2026
    • Illinois

      Spoon River College

      Average cost in state
      $6,300
      Average cost out of state
      $14,340

      Spoon River 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
      • Nurse Assistant Certificate
      • Practical Nurse Certificate
      Last Updated: June 23, 2026
    • New York

      St. Paul's School of Nursing - Queens Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $57,363
      Average cost out of state
      $57,363
      School Type
      Private

      St. Paul's School of Nursing - Queens Campus

      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: June 24, 2026
    • Texas

      Temple College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,276
      Average cost out of state
      $29,900
      School Type
      Public

      Temple 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)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Georgia

      Trenholm Technical College

      Average cost in state
      $19,114
      Average cost out of state
      $19,114
      School Type
      Public

      Trenholm 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Ohio

      Trinity Health System School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $33,254
      Average cost out of state
      $33,254
      School Type
      Private

      Trinity Health System School of Nursing

      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: June 26, 2026

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