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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
    • Alabama

      Bishop State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,189
      Average cost out of state
      $14,749
      School Type
      Public

      Bishop State 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: August 18, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Bismarck State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,956
      Average cost out of state
      $7,956
      School Type
      Public

      Bismarck 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • Illinois

      Black Hawk College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,932
      Average cost out of state
      $13,932
      School Type
      Public

      Black Hawk 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)
      • Basic Nurse Assistant
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      BlackHawk Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,402
      Average cost out of state
      $23,402
      School Type
      Public

      BlackHawk Technical 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 10, 2026
    • Illinois

      Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $54,377
      Average cost out of state
      $54,377
      School Type
      Private

      Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      Last Updated: April 10, 2026
    • Texas

      Blinn College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $25,214
      Average cost out of state
      $31,664
      School Type
      Public

      Blinn 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 28, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Bloomfield College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $16,588
      Average cost out of state
      $27,924
      School Type
      Private

      Bloomfield 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: August 18, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,524
      Average cost out of state
      $40,090
      School Type
      Public

      Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

      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 to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: August 18, 2026
    • Oregon

      Blue Mountain Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,290
      Average cost out of state
      $25,015
      School Type
      Public

      Blue Mountain 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: July 27, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Blue Ridge Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,432
      Average cost out of state
      $8,576
      School Type
      Public

      Blue Ridge 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: July 27, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Bluefield State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,227
      Average cost out of state
      $34,888
      School Type
      Public

      Bluefield 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Bluegrass Community and Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,323
      Average cost out of state
      $21,051
      School Type
      Public

      Bluegrass Community and 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
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Bob Jones University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,510
      Average cost out of state
      $36,510
      School Type
      Private

      Bob Jones 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: July 27, 2026
    • Idaho

      Boise State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $34,269
      Average cost out of state
      $54,223
      School Type
      Public

      Boise 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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Missouri

      Bolivar Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $14,700
      Average cost out of state
      $14,700
      School Type
      Private

      Bolivar 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Virginia

      Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,430
      Average cost out of state
      $44,430
      School Type
      Private

      Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

      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: July 27, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Boston College

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $75,070
      Average cost out of state
      $75,070
      School Type
      Private

      Boston 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
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Maryland

      Bowie State University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,058
      Average cost out of state
      $40,928
      School Type
      Public

      Bowie 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate – Certificate of Advanced Study (PMC-CAS)
      • Nurse Educator Post-Master's Certificate - (NE-PMC)
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Ohio

      Bowling Green State University

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,900
      Average cost out of state
      $41,890
      School Type
      Public

      Bowling Green State University

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 27, 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
    • Texas

      Brazosport College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,926
      Average cost out of state
      $21,484
      School Type
      Public

      Brazosport 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
      • LVN to ADN
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Georgia

      Brenau University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $48,690
      Average cost out of state
      $48,690
      School Type
      Private

      Brenau 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
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Iowa

      Briar Cliff University

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,322
      Average cost out of state
      $37,322
      School Type
      Private

      Briar Cliff 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 27, 2026
    • Utah

      Bridgerland Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,445
      Average cost out of state
      $2,445
      School Type
      Public

      Bridgerland Technical College

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • General Information
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026

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