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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
    • Louisiana

      Southeastern Louisiana University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,372
      Average cost out of state
      $20,848
      School Type
      Public

      Southeastern Louisiana University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Illinois

      Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,453
      Average cost out of state
      $27,453
      School Type
      Public

      Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

      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
      • Healthcare and Nursing Administration Certificate
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas - Little Rock

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,070
      Average cost out of state
      $40,664
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas - Little Rock

      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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,690
      Average cost out of state
      $53,744
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas Community College - Batesville

      Average cost in state
      $2,088
      Average cost out of state
      $3,120
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas Community College - Batesville

      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
      • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,336
      Average cost out of state
      $29,916
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff

      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: May 5, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,475
      Average cost out of state
      $34,507
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Bridgeport

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,482
      Average cost out of state
      $59,482
      School Type
      Private

      University of Bridgeport

      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: May 5, 2026
    • California

      University of California, San Francisco

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $68,721
      Average cost out of state
      $80,966
      School Type
      Public

      University of California, San Francisco

      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
      • Certified Nurse-Midwife / Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult/Gerontology Occupational and Environmental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional focus in Occupational and Environmental Health
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • California

      University of California, Irvine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $17,105
      Average cost out of state
      $49,679
      School Type
      Public

      University of California, Irvine

      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
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • California

      Mount San Jacinto Community College

      Average cost in state
      $32,348
      Average cost out of state
      $43,478
      School Type
      Public

      Mount San Jacinto 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Virginia

      Mountain Empire Community College

      Average cost in state
      $20,058
      Average cost out of state
      $26,137
      School Type
      Public

      Mountain Empire 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Ohio

      Mount St. Joseph University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $38,400
      Average cost out of state
      $38,400
      School Type
      Private

      Mount St. Joseph 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
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Mount Wachusett Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,350
      Average cost out of state
      $11,270
      School Type
      Public

      Mount Wachusett 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • California

      Mt. San Antonio College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $2,760
      Average cost out of state
      $20,040
      School Type
      Public

      Mt. San Antonio 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
      • Healthcare Professional to RN or BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • LVN 30-Unit Option – Career Mobility Track
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Oregon

      Mt. Hood Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,612
      Average cost out of state
      $6,756
      School Type
      Public

      Mt. Hood 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Murray State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,672
      Average cost out of state
      $15,672
      School Type
      Public

      Murray 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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Murray State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,136‬
      Average cost out of state
      $9,000
      School Type
      Public

      Murray State 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: April 29, 2026
    • Georgia

      Paine College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,632
      Average cost out of state
      $27,632
      School Type
      Private
    • Florida

      Palm Beach State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,374
      Average cost out of state
      $39,611
      School Type
      Private

      Palm Beach 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Southern Adventist University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,300
      Average cost out of state
      $38,300
      School Type
      Private

      Southern Adventist 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • 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)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Southern Connecticut State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,438
      Average cost out of state
      $27,378
      School Type
      Public

      Southern Connecticut State University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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)
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Maine

      Southern Maine Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,880
      Average cost out of state
      $5,760
      School Type
      Public

      Southern Maine 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: May 4, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Southern Nazarene University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $43,802
      Average cost out of state
      $43,802
      School Type
      Private

      Southern Nazarene 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
      Last Updated: May 28, 2026

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