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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
    • California

      Golden West College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,692
      Average cost out of state
      $27,692
      School Type
      Public

      Golden West 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
    • Washington

      Gonzaga University Online

      Average cost in state
      $58,390
      Average cost out of state
      $58,390
      School Type
      Private

      Gonzaga University Online

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

      Goshen College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,870
      Average cost out of state
      $53,870
      School Type
      Private

      Goshen 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Goodwin University

      Average cost in state
      $19,988
      Average cost out of state
      $19,988
      School Type
      Private

      Goodwin 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Illinois

      Governors State University

      Average cost in state
      $33,438
      Average cost out of state
      $33,438
      School Type
      Public

      Governors 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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Ohio

      Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science

      Average cost in state
      $18,168‬
      Average cost out of state
      $18,168‬

      Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science

      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: April 20, 2026
    • Iowa, Missouri

      Graceland University - Independence

      Average cost in state
      $33,500
      Average cost out of state
      $33,500

      Graceland University - Independence

      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)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Grand Valley State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,462
      Average cost out of state
      $37,424
      School Type
      Public

      Grand Valley 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Michigan

      Grand Rapids Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,064
      Average cost out of state
      $47,864
      School Type
      Public

      Grand Rapids 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)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Arizona

      Grand Canyon University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $45,900
      Average cost out of state
      $45,900
      School Type
      Private

      Grand Canyon 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Iowa

      Grand View University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $35,476
      Average cost out of state
      $35,476
      School Type
      Private

      Grand View 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: April 20, 2026
    • Arkansas

      Grantham University Online

      Average cost in state
      $15,532
      Average cost out of state
      $15,532
      School Type
      Private

      Grantham University Online

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Leadership & Organizational Leadership Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Illinois

      Graham Hospital School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $35,404
      Average cost out of state
      $35,404
    • New Hampshire

      Great Bay Community College

      Average cost in state
      $5,520
      Average cost out of state
      $12,120‬
      School Type
      Public

      Great Bay 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 20, 2026
    • Nevada

      Great Basin College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $28,137
      Average cost out of state
      $28,137
      School Type
      Public

      Great Basin 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Washington

      Grays Harbor College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $26,757
      Average cost out of state
      $26,757
      School Type
      Public

      Grays Harbor 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 Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Ohio

      Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development

      Average cost in state
      $18,500
      Average cost out of state
      $18,500

      Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development

      Degree Programs

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

      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate Program
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Great Plains Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,896‬
      Average cost out of state
      $7,896‬
      School Type
      Public

      Great Plains 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 20, 2026
    • Texas

      Grayson County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,703
      Average cost out of state
      $29,703
      School Type
      Public

      Grayson 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Gwynedd-Mercy College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,426
      Average cost out of state
      $56,426
      School Type
      Private

      Gwynedd-Mercy 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Health Care Administration Certificate
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Florida

      Gulf Coast State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,074
      Average cost out of state
      $28,339
      School Type
      Public

      Gulf Coast State 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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      • Registered Nurse First Assistant Certificate
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Guilford Technical Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,761
      Average cost out of state
      $30,369
      School Type
      Public

      Guilford 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)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Gustavus Adolphus College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $70,288
      Average cost out of state
      $70,288
      School Type
      Private

      Gustavus Adolphus 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
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Alabama

      H. Councill Trenholm State Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,488‬
      Average cost out of state
      $8,976
      School Type
      Public

      H. Councill Trenholm State 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026

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