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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
    • New York

      SUNY Upstate Medical University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $25,240
      Average cost out of state
      $35,780
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY Upstate Medical 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (AGNP-PC)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Arizona

      University of Arizona

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,600
      Average cost out of state
      $61,800
      School Type
      Public

      University of Arizona

      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
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Health Care Informatics Certificate
      • Rural Telehealth Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      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
    • 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
    • Ohio

      University of Cincinnati

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $14,394
      Average cost out of state
      $29,728
      School Type
      Public

      University of Cincinnati

      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)
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Telehealth Certificate
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Caring for the Underserved Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Public Health Nurse Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Cincinnati - Blue Ash College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $14,394
      Average cost out of state
      $29,728
      School Type
      Public

      University of Cincinnati - Blue Ash 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 6, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Cincinnati - Online Campus

      Average cost in state
      $14,394
      Average cost out of state
      $29,728
      School Type
      Public

      University of Cincinnati - Online Campus

      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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Colorado

      University of Colorado Denver

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,488
      Average cost out of state
      $56,832
      School Type
      Public

      University of Colorado Denver

      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
      • MSN to PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(PMPCNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) (Adult-Gerontology and Pediatric Tracks)
      • Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
      • Nurse-Midwifery Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Colorado

      University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,572
      Average cost out of state
      $24,916
      School Type
      Public

      University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Hartford

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $48,464
      Average cost out of state
      $48,464
      School Type
      Private

      University of Hartford

      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)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Hawaii

      University of Hawaii at Manoa

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,760‬
      Average cost out of state
      $33,792
      School Type
      Public

      University of Hawaii at Manoa

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Illinois

      St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,912
      Average cost out of state
      $44,912
      School Type
      Private

      St. Francis Medical Center College 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
      • 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: March 5, 2026
    • New Hampshire

      St. Joseph School of Nursing - New Hampshire

      Average cost in state
      $17,747
      Average cost out of state
      $17,747

      St. Joseph School of Nursing - New Hampshire

      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 1, 2026
    • New York

      Suffolk County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $23,987
      Average cost out of state
      $23,987
      School Type
      Public

      Suffolk 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • New York

      SUNY - Buffalo

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,340
      Average cost out of state
      $37,170
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY - Buffalo

      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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • New York

      SUNY College of Technology - Alfred

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,256
      Average cost out of state
      $41,206
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY College of Technology - Alfred

      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 5, 2026
    • New York

      SUNY Ulster

      Average cost in state
      $5,680
      Average cost out of state
      $11,360
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY Ulster

      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)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • New York

      SUNY Downstate

      Average cost in state
      $7,674
      Average cost out of state
      $18,964
      School Type
      Public

      SUNY Downstate

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Hawaii

      University of Hawaii Maui College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,632‬
      Average cost out of state
      $20,592
      School Type
      Public

      University of Hawaii Maui 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: May 6, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Charlotte

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $7,624
      Average cost out of state
      $38,130
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Charlotte

      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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • Nurse Anesthesia Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Applied Nursing Informatics
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Kentucky

      University of Pikeville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,002
      Average cost out of state
      $53,002
      School Type
      Private

      University of Pikeville

      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)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Illinois

      University of Saint Francis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,966
      Average cost out of state
      $39,966
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Francis

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Teaching Nursing Certificate Program
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Saint Joseph - Connecticut

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,098
      Average cost out of state
      $53,098
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Joseph - Connecticut

      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
      • Certificate in Musculoskeletal Health/Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026

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