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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

      Oklahoma Baptist University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $50,260
      Average cost out of state
      $50,260
      School Type
      Private

      Oklahoma Baptist 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
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma City University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $30,698
      Average cost out of state
      $30,698
      School Type
      Private

      Oklahoma City 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 MSN (Bachelor to Master’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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Nursing Leadership Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma City Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,506
      Average cost out of state
      $8,106
      School Type
      Public

      Oklahoma City 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Texas

      Covenant School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $14,398
      Average cost out of state
      $14,398
      School Type
      Private

      Covenant 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Craven Community College

      Average cost in state
      $2,280
      Average cost out of state
      $8,040
      School Type
      Public

      Craven 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: April 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma Panhandle State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $16,661
      Average cost out of state
      $16,661
      School Type
      Public

      Oklahoma Panhandle 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
      • 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 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $34,440
      Average cost out of state
      $49,960
      School Type
      Public

      Oklahoma 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Crawford County Area Vocational-Technical School

      Average cost in state
      $18,120
      Average cost out of state
      $18,120
      School Type
      Public

      Crawford County Area Vocational-Technical School

      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 30, 2026
    • New York

      Crouse Hospital School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,830
      Average cost out of state
      $21,830
      School Type
      Private

      Crouse Hospital 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
      Last Updated: April 30, 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
    • Minnesota

      Crown College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $46,420
      Average cost out of state
      $46,420
      School Type
      Private

      Crown 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
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $13,405
      Average cost out of state
      $13,405
      School Type
      Public

      Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

      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 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oklahoma Wesleyan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $12,465
      Average cost out of state
      $12,465
      School Type
      Private

      Oklahoma Wesleyan 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • California

      Cuesta College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,247
      Average cost out of state
      $43,195
      School Type
      Public

      Cuesta 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Missouri

      Culver-Stockton College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $49,131
      Average cost out of state
      $49,131
      School Type
      Private

      Culver-Stockton 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
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Cumberland County College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,380
      Average cost out of state
      $5,220
      School Type
      Public

      Cumberland 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
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Virginia

      Old Dominion University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,300
      Average cost out of state
      $33,300
      School Type
      Public

      Old Dominion 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
      • Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG-CNS)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Physician’s Assistant
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Oral Roberts University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $48,590
      Average cost out of state
      $48,590
      School Type
      Private

      Oral Roberts University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • 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: April 30, 2026
    • Washington

      Olympic College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,598‬
      Average cost out of state
      $11,598‬
      School Type
      Public

      Olympic 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)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Illinois

      Olivet Nazarene University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $54,730
      Average cost out of state
      $54,730
      School Type
      Private

      Olivet Nazarene 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Transformational Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • Oregon

      Oregon Health & Science University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $14,664
      Average cost out of state
      $19,584
      School Type
      Public

      Oregon Health &amp; Science 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)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Health Systems and Organizational Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,306
      Average cost out of state
      $8,498
      School Type
      Public

      Orangeburg-Calhoun 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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • New York

      Orange County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,988‬
      Average cost out of state
      $11,976
      School Type
      Public

      Orange County 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
      • AAS to BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026
    • New York

      CUNY - Borough of Manhattan Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,753
      Average cost out of state
      $37,753
      School Type
      Public

      CUNY - Borough of Manhattan 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 Program
      Last Updated: April 30, 2026

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