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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
    • Illinois

      Waubonsee Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,822
      Average cost out of state
      $33,822
      School Type
      Public

      Waubonsee 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: March 10, 2026
    • Iowa

      Western Iowa Technical Community College - Sioux City

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,120‬
      Average cost out of state
      $32,996‬
      School Type
      Public

      Western Iowa Technical Community College - Sioux City

      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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Michigan

      Western Michigan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,270
      Average cost out of state
      $41,346
      School Type
      Public

      Western Michigan 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Western Nebraska Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,702
      Average cost out of state
      $21,302
      School Type
      Public

      Western Nebraska 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
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Western Oklahoma State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $3,876‬
      Average cost out of state
      $7,800
      School Type
      Public

      Western Oklahoma 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: May 7, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,775
      Average cost out of state
      $37,775
      School Type
      Private

      Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Western Piedmont Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,096‬
      Average cost out of state
      $19,704
      School Type
      Public

      Western Piedmont 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 Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Wyoming

      Western Wyoming Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,832
      Average cost out of state
      $9,864
      School Type
      Public

      Western Wyoming 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Florida

      Valencia College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,628
      Average cost out of state
      $37,212
      School Type
      Public

      Valencia 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • California

      Ventura College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,759
      Average cost out of state
      $31,295
      School Type
      Public

      Ventura 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: May 7, 2026
    • California

      Victor Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,704
      Average cost out of state
      $32,404
      School Type
      Public

      Victor 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Texas

      Victoria College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,086
      Average cost out of state
      $22,026
      School Type
      Public

      Victoria 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
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Villanova University-Online RN to BSN

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      School Type
      Private
    • Virginia

      Virginia Commonwealth University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,368
      Average cost out of state
      $55,532
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Commonwealth 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Health Care Innovation Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,368
      Average cost out of state
      $55,532
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Commonwealth University School 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • Health Care Innovation Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Viterbo University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $47,870
      Average cost out of state
      $47,870
      School Type
      Private

      Viterbo 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Virginia Western Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,643
      Average cost out of state
      $30,723
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Western 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Washington

      Walla Walla University

      Average cost in state
      $34,344
      Average cost out of state
      $34,344
      School Type
      Private

      Walla Walla 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: May 7, 2026
    • Alabama

      Wallace Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,390
      Average cost out of state
      $23,260
      School Type
      Public

      Wallace 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Washington

      Walla Walla University - School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $34,344
      Average cost out of state
      $34,344
      School Type
      Private

      Walla Walla University - School 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
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Western Kentucky University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,328
      Average cost out of state
      $44,256
      School Type
      Public

      Western Kentucky 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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 ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Western Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $9,445
      Average cost out of state
      $13,590
      School Type
      Public

      Western Technology Center

      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
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Utah

      Westminster College of Salt Lake City

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $68,862
      Average cost out of state
      $68,862
      School Type
      Private

      Westminster College of Salt Lake City

      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)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Wheeling Jesuit University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $29,090
      Average cost out of state
      $29,090
      School Type
      Private

      Wheeling Jesuit 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Health Services Management Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Management
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026

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