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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
    • Kansas

      Fort Hays State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,121
      Average cost out of state
      $28,443
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Hays 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Georgia

      Georgia Southern University - Statesboro

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $5,610
      Average cost out of state
      $20,250
      School Type
      Public

      Georgia Southern University - Statesboro

      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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Ohio

      Capital University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $63,826
      Average cost out of state
      $63,826
      School Type
      Private

      Capital 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
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Kansas

      Fort Scott Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,497
      Average cost out of state
      $19,127
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Scott 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 17, 2026
    • Georgia

      Georgia Southwestern State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,264
      Average cost out of state
      $20,454
      School Type
      Public

      Georgia Southwestern 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Fox Valley Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,990
      School Type
      Public

      Fox Valley Technical 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • RN Refresher Certificate
      • Licensed Practical Nursing Refresher Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,417
      Average cost out of state
      $19,417
      School Type
      Private

      Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Ohio

      Case Western Reserve University

      Average cost in state
      $71,410
      Average cost out of state
      $71,410
      School Type
      Private

      Case Western Reserve 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • CNM/CM
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      • (CPP-AC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care (CPP-AC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      • (NNP-BC) NNP-BC - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Wyoming

      Casper College

      Average cost in state
      $9,240
      Average cost out of state
      $22,680
      School Type
      Public

      Casper 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • New York

      Greater Southern Tier BOCES

      Average cost in state
      $14,400
      Average cost out of state
      $14,400
      School Type
      Public

      Greater Southern Tier BOCES

      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 Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Washington

      Green River Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,124‬
      Average cost out of state
      $20,124‬
      School Type
      Public

      Green River 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
      • Medical Assistant to LPN or RN
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Carson-Newman College

      Average cost in state
      $42,500
      Average cost out of state
      $42,500
      School Type
      Private

      Carson-Newman 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Montana

      Carroll College

      Average cost in state
      $57,306
      Average cost out of state
      $57,306
      School Type
      Private

      Carroll 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,900
      Average cost out of state
      $20,900
      School Type
      Public

      Greater Johnstown Career and Technology 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: April 17, 2026
    • New York

      Cayuga County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,616
      Average cost out of state
      $11,232
      School Type
      Public

      Cayuga 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 17, 2026
    • District of Columbia

      Catholic University of America

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $88,292
      Average cost out of state
      $88,292
      School Type
      Private

      Catholic University of America

      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
      • Dual Acute and Primary Care Pediatric
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Georgia

      Georgia State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $9,180
      Average cost out of state
      $30,000
      School Type
      Public

      Georgia 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
      • 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Virginia

      Germanna Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,926
      Average cost out of state
      $28,440
      School Type
      Public

      Germanna 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)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Glen Oaks Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,131
      Average cost out of state
      $21,019
      School Type
      Public

      Glen Oaks 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: April 20, 2026
    • California

      Glendale Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,366
      Average cost out of state
      $41,922
      School Type
      Public

      Glendale 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
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Virginia

      Global Health Institute

      Average cost in state
      $22,616
      Average cost out of state
      $22,616

      Global Health Institute

      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 20, 2026
    • Wyoming

      Gillette College

      Average cost in state
      $27,515
      Average cost out of state
      $27,515

      Gillette 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 20, 2026
    • Washington

      Gonzaga University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $83,787
      Average cost out of state
      $83,787
      School Type
      Private

      Gonzaga 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
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Gogebic Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,112
      Average cost out of state
      $21,962
      School Type
      Public

      Gogebic 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
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026

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