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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 Jersey

      Bergen Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,979
      Average cost out of state
      $32,496
      School Type
      Public

      Bergen 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 24, 2026
    • New York

      Columbia University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $73,120
      Average cost out of state
      $73,120
      School Type
      Private

      Columbia 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Last Updated: June 8, 2026
    • New Mexico

      Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell

      Average cost in state
      $33,840
      Average cost out of state
      $84,240
      School Type
      Public

      Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell

      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
    • Michigan

      Henry Ford Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,664
      Average cost out of state
      $29,032
      School Type
      Public

      Henry Ford 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: May 15, 2026
    • Hawaii

      Kapiolani Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $35,060
      Average cost out of state
      $40,196
      School Type
      Public

      Kapiolani 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: May 22, 2026
    • Michigan

      Lake Michigan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,620‬
      Average cost out of state
      $9,036
      School Type
      Public

      Lake Michigan 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: May 21, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

      Average cost in state
      $36,238
      Average cost out of state
      $36,238
      School Type
      Private

      Minneapolis School of Anesthesia

      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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Salem Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $6,780
      Average cost out of state
      $10,950
      School Type
      Public

      Salem 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
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • West Virginia

      St. Mary's Medical Center

      Average cost in state
      $6,023
      Average cost out of state
      $15,005

      St. Mary's Medical Center

      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: June 24, 2026
    • Washington

      Walla Walla Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,148
      Average cost out of state
      $30,618
      School Type
      Public

      Walla Walla 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 7, 2026
    • Alabama

      Wallace State Community College - Selma

      Average cost in state
      $16,952
      Average cost out of state
      $16,952
      School Type
      Public

      Wallace State Community College - Selma

      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: July 6, 2026
    • Washington

      Yakima Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,662
      Average cost out of state
      $20,262
      School Type
      Public

      Yakima Valley 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: July 9, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Inter-American University of Puerto Rico

      Average cost in state
      $4,968
      Average cost out of state
      $4,968

      Inter-American University of Puerto Rico

      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
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Illinois

      John Wood Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,400
      Average cost out of state
      $20,400
      School Type
      Public

      John Wood 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)
      Last Updated: May 22, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Anna Maria College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $68,816
      Average cost out of state
      $68,816
      School Type
      Private

      Anna Maria 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: April 9, 2026
    • Michigan

      Bay College

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $9,720
      Average cost out of state
      $11,580
      School Type
      Public

      Bay 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 13, 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
    • Oklahoma

      Carl Albert State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,150
      Average cost out of state
      $7,866
      School Type
      Public

      Carl Albert 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
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: July 30, 2026
    • Vermont

      Castleton State College

      Average cost in state
      $25,482
      Average cost out of state
      $42,450
      School Type
      Public

      Castleton 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Wyoming

      Central Wyoming College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $24,800
      Average cost out of state
      $31,520
      School Type
      Public

      Central Wyoming 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 19, 2026
    • Oregon

      Clackamas Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,400
      Average cost out of state
      $11,400
      School Type
      Public

      Clackamas 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 14, 2026
    • Oregon

      Clatsop Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $33,680
      Average cost out of state
      $33,680
      School Type
      Public

      Clatsop 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
      • Nursing Diploma (hospital-based RN training)
      Last Updated: August 4, 2026
    • Missouri

      Coahoma Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $3,400
      Average cost out of state
      $3,400
      School Type
      Public

      Coahoma 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
      • CNA to LPN
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • Illinois

      College of DuPage

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,668
      Average cost out of state
      $37,068
      School Type
      Public

      College of DuPage

      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: August 5, 2026

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