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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
    • Minnesota

      Inver Hills Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $28,612
      Average cost out of state
      $28,612

      Inver Hills 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
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: August 25, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Jackson State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,656
      Average cost out of state
      $16,396
      School Type
      Public

      Jackson 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
      Last Updated: July 31, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Kean University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $41,422
      Average cost out of state
      $41,422
      School Type
      Public

      Kean 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
      Last Updated: August 28, 2026
    • Illinois

      Lake Land College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,036
      Average cost out of state
      $17,198
      School Type
      Public

      Lake Land 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: August 10, 2026
    • Michigan

      Lansing Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,880
      Average cost out of state
      $32,680
      School Type
      Public

      Lansing 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 26, 2026
    • Oregon

      Linn-Benton Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,053
      Average cost out of state
      $31,053
      School Type
      Public

      Linn-Benton 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: August 26, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Massachusetts Bay Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,856
      Average cost out of state
      $10,800
      School Type
      Public

      Massachusetts Bay 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)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • Colorado

      Metropolitan State University of Denver

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $34,880
      Average cost out of state
      $51,642
      School Type
      Public

      Metropolitan State University of Denver

      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: August 27, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Milligan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $55,924
      Average cost out of state
      $55,924
      School Type
      Private

      Milligan 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: May 28, 2026
    • Oregon

      Mt. Hood Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,586‬
      Average cost out of state
      $8,844
      School Type
      Public

      Mt. Hood 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: August 27, 2026
    • New Mexico

      New Mexico State University - Carlsbad

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $1,296
      Average cost out of state
      $2,400‬
      School Type
      Public

      New Mexico State University - Carlsbad

      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: April 29, 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
    • New Jersey

      Rowan College at Burlington County

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $7,740‬
      Average cost out of state
      $10,515
      School Type
      Public

      Rowan College at Burlington County

      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: July 2, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $47,680
      Average cost out of state
      $47,680
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

      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
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Texas

      Tarrant County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $23,844
      Average cost out of state
      $25,704
      School Type
      Public

      Tarrant 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Technical College of the Low Country

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,450
      Average cost out of state
      $12,630
      School Type
      Public

      Technical College of the Low Country

      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: May 5, 2026
    • Ohio

      Terra State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,784
      Average cost out of state
      $8,736
      School Type
      Public

      Terra 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
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Texas

      Texarkana College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $ 22,746
      Average cost out of state
      $ 22,746
      School Type
      Public

      Texarkana 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
      • LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 5, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine at Augusta

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,370
      Average cost out of state
      $22,590
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine at Augusta

      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: June 30, 2026
    • South Carolina

      University of South Carolina - Beaufort

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $24,200
      Average cost out of state
      $35,246‬
      School Type
      Public

      University of South Carolina - Beaufort

      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: June 1, 2026
    • District of Columbia

      University of the District of Columbia

      Average cost in state
      $27,481
      Average cost out of state
      $32,641
      School Type
      Public

      University of the District of Columbia

      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 3, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Highlands Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,870
      Average cost out of state
      $31,383
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Highlands 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)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • West Virginia

      West Liberty University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,346
      Average cost out of state
      $38,772
      School Type
      Public

      West Liberty 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
      • BA/BS to BSN (Second-Degree BSN)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 7, 2026
    • New Hampshire

      White Mountains Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,359
      Average cost out of state
      $34,199
      School Type
      Public

      White Mountains 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: September 3, 2026

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