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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

      Community College of Philadelphia

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $4,176
      Average cost out of state
      $12,528‬
      School Type
      Public

      Community College of Philadelphia

      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 15, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Concordia University - Nebraska

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,410
      Average cost out of state
      $21,410
      School Type
      Public

      Concordia University - Nebraska

      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 15, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Concordia University Wisconsin

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,080
      Average cost out of state
      $37,080
      School Type
      Private

      Concordia University Wisconsin

      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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate After Graduate Education in Nursing
      • Faith Community Nursing Certificate
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Parish Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Delaware

      Contra Costa College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,278
      Average cost out of state
      $40,834
      School Type
      Public

      Contra Costa 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,251
      Average cost out of state
      $18,251
      School Type
      Private

      Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Copiah-Lincoln Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,760
      Average cost out of state
      $17,760
      School Type
      Public

      Copiah-Lincoln 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 15, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Connors State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $12,480
      Average cost out of state
      $16,338
      School Type
      Public

      Connors State 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: April 15, 2026
    • Maryland

      Coppin State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,844
      Average cost out of state
      $38,908
      School Type
      Public

      Coppin 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
      • 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)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • New York

      Corning Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,230
      Average cost out of state
      $11,186
      School Type
      Public

      Corning 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 15, 2026
    • New Jersey

      County College of Morris

      Average cost in state
      $21,217
      Average cost out of state
      $36,405
      School Type
      Public

      County College of Morris

      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: April 15, 2026
    • Delaware

      Delaware County Intermediate Unit

      Average cost in state
      $27,433
      Average cost out of state
      $27,433
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware County Intermediate Unit

      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
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Delaware County Community College

      Average cost in state
      29,449
      Average cost out of state
      $33,736
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware 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
      • Perioperative Nursing Certificate
      • RN First Assistant in Surgery Program
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Delaware

      Delaware State University

      Average cost in state
      $37,798
      Average cost out of state
      $47,788
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Delaware

      Delaware Technical and Community College (Terry Campus)

      Average cost in state
      $4,575
      Average cost out of state
      $11,438
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware Technical and Community College (Terry Campus)

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Delaware Technical and Community College (Owens Campus)

      Average cost in state
      $4,576
      Average cost out of state
      $11,438
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware Technical and Community College (Owens Campus)

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Delaware Valley Community College

      Average cost in state
      $29,449
      Average cost out of state
      $33,736
      School Type
      Public

      Delaware Valley 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
      • Perioperative Nursing Certificate
      • RN First Assistant in Surgery Program
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Illinois

      Bradley University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $66,226
      Average cost out of state
      $66,226
      School Type
      Private

      Bradley 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
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • 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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Delta State University

      Average cost in state
      $23,886
      Average cost out of state
      $23,886
      School Type
      Public

      Delta 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Delgado Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $4,824
      Average cost out of state
      $4,824
      School Type
      Public

      Delgado 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Delta College of Arts and Technology

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $31,000
      Average cost out of state
      $31,000
      School Type
      Public

      Delta College of Arts and Technology

      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 15, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Delta College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $31,000
      Average cost out of state
      $31,000
      School Type
      Private

      Delta 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Illinois

      DePaul University

      Average cost in state
      $46,776
      Average cost out of state
      $46,776
      School Type
      Private

      DePaul 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
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Iowa

      Des Moines Area Community College (Boone Campus)

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $8,040
      Average cost out of state
      $9,240
      School Type
      Public

      Des Moines Area Community College (Boone Campus)

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Advanced Nurse Aide Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Iowa

      Des Moines Area Community College (Newton Campus)

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $8,040
      Average cost out of state
      $9,240
      School Type
      Public

      Des Moines Area Community College (Newton Campus)

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Advanced Nurse Aide Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026

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