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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
    • Oklahoma

      Moore Norman Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $34,679
      Average cost out of state
      $35,386
      School Type
      Public

      Moore Norman 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
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Maryland

      Montgomery College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $42,175
      Average cost out of state
      $45,771
      School Type
      Public

      Montgomery 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: June 2, 2026
    • Ohio

      North Central State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,046
      Average cost out of state
      $22,046
      School Type
      Public

      North Central 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Kansas

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Beloit Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $10,340
      Average cost out of state
      $10,340
      School Type
      Public

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Beloit 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
      Certificate Programs
      • CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL NURSING
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • North Carolina

      North Carolina Central University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,580
      Average cost out of state
      $39,009
      School Type
      Public

      North Carolina Central 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Michigan

      North Central Michigan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,992
      Average cost out of state
      $43,400
      School Type
      Public

      North Central 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
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Kansas

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Hays Campus

      Average cost in state
      $11,700
      Average cost out of state
      $11,700

      North Central Kansas Technical College - Hays 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
      Certificate Programs
      • CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL NURSING
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • New York

      North Country Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $25,390
      Average cost out of state
      $32,040
      School Type
      Public

      North Country 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Northeastern University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,890
      Average cost out of state
      $37,890
      School Type
      Private

      Northeastern 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
      • Pediatric RN-BC (Pediatric RN-BC)
      • (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)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      • (NNP-BC) NNP-BC - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Arizona

      Northern Arizona University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,708
      Average cost out of state
      $51,180
      School Type
      Public

      Northern Arizona 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
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      Last Updated: June 4, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Northeastern University - Online Programs

      Average cost in state
      $32,495
      Average cost out of state
      $32,495

      Northeastern University - Online Programs

      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-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 4, 2026
    • New York

      Binghamton University - SUNY

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,746
      Average cost out of state
      $54,846
      School Type
      Public

      Binghamton University - SUNY

      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
      • Disaster Management Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Community health nursing (primary care) Certificate
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Forensic Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • California

      California State University - East Bay

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,402
      Average cost out of state
      $37,402
      School Type
      Public

      California State University - East Bay

      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: June 5, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Bristol Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,056
      Average cost out of state
      $30,056
      School Type
      Public

      Bristol 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: June 5, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Bryan College of Health Sciences

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,636
      Average cost out of state
      $18,636
      School Type
      Private

      Bryan College of Health Sciences

      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 MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Northern Essex Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,590
      Average cost out of state
      $17,820
      School Type
      Public

      Northern Essex 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: June 5, 2026
    • Illinois

      Northern Illinois University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,872
      Average cost out of state
      $33,872
      School Type
      Public

      Northern Illinois 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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Northeastern University - Charlotte Accelerated Program

      Average cost in state
      $35,116
      Average cost out of state
      $35,116

      Northeastern University - Charlotte Accelerated Program

      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)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • Arizona

      Northern Arizona University - Tucson Campus

      Average cost in state
      $33,708
      Average cost out of state
      $51,180

      Northern Arizona University - Tucson Campus

      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)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • Ohio

      Northwest State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,454
      Average cost out of state
      $33,756
      School Type
      Public

      Northwest 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Northwest Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $28,190
      Average cost out of state
      $28,190
      School Type
      Public

      Northwest 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • California

      Palomar College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $35,574
      Average cost out of state
      $45,534
      School Type
      Public

      Palomar 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: June 8, 2026
    • Michigan

      Northern Michigan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,334
      Average cost out of state
      $38,934
      School Type
      Public

      Northern Michigan 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 RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Northern Kentucky University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,234
      Average cost out of state
      $45,490
      School Type
      Public

      Northern 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
      • 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)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026

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