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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

      Wilson College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,867
      Average cost out of state
      $39,867
      School Type
      Private

      Wilson 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
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Essex County College

      Average cost in state
      $4,585
      Average cost out of state
      $8,005

      Essex 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Nurse Paralegal Certificate
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Missouri

      Crowder College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,356
      Average cost out of state
      $24,456
      School Type
      Public

      Crowder 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 30, 2026
    • Florida

      College of Central Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,398
      Average cost out of state
      $29,198
      School Type
      Public

      College of Central Florida

      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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 29, 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: March 9, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Fox Valley Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,990
      School Type
      Public

      Fox Valley 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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • RN Refresher Certificate
      • Licensed Practical Nursing Refresher Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • District of Columbia

      Catholic University of America

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $88,292
      Average cost out of state
      $88,292
      School Type
      Private

      Catholic University of America

      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
      • Dual Acute and Primary Care Pediatric
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • 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
    • Florida

      Hillsborough Community College - Plant City Campus

      Average cost in state
      $21,805
      Average cost out of state
      $28,410
      School Type
      Public

      Hillsborough Community College - Plant City Campus

      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 ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 18, 2026
    • Texas

      University of Texas - Austin

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $35,152
      Average cost out of state
      $72,682
      School Type
      Public

      University of Texas - Austin

      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
      • Teaching Nursing Certificate Program
      • Post-Graduate APRN Certificate Program
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • American Samoa

      American Samoa Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,500
      Average cost out of state
      $4,800
      School Type
      Public

      American Samoa 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate of Completion in Nurse Aide (NA)
      • Certificate of Proficiency in Practical Nursing (PN)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Bellin College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,877
      Average cost out of state
      $22,877
      School Type
      Private

      Bellin 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Maine

      Saint Joseph's College of Maine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $65,044
      Average cost out of state
      $65,044
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Joseph's College of Maine

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Waynesburg University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $59,660
      Average cost out of state
      $59,660
      School Type
      Private

      Waynesburg 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • West Virginia

      West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,780
      Average cost out of state
      $37,780
      School Type
      Private

      West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown

      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: April 2, 2026
    • Illinois

      Lakeview College of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $20,150
      Average cost out of state
      $20,150

      Lakeview 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 23, 2026
    • Georgia

      Kennesaw State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,318
      Average cost out of state
      $43,648
      School Type
      Public

      Kennesaw 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Administration
      • Nursing Education
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • California

      Cerritos College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,264
      Average cost out of state
      $32,264
      School Type
      Public

      Cerritos 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: April 13, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Citizens School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $42,493
      Average cost out of state
      $42,493
      School Type
      Public

      Citizens School of Nursing

      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 14, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Dillard University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $42,565
      Average cost out of state
      $42,565
      School Type
      Private

      Dillard 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • New York

      Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $23,304
      Average cost out of state
      $23,304

      Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing

      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 21, 2026
    • California

      Sonoma State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $36,906
      Average cost out of state
      $36,906
      School Type
      Public

      Sonoma 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
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Worcester State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,320
      Average cost out of state
      $36,416
      School Type
      Public

      Worcester 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 BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Public & Population Health Nursing
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • Florida

      University of South Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,134
      Average cost out of state
      $38,048
      School Type
      Public

      University of South Florida

      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
      • Post Master's Certificate in Nursing Education
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026

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