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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
    • Pennsylvania

      Lenape School of Practical Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $23,194
      Average cost out of state
      $23,194
      School Type
      Public

      Lenape School of Practical Nursing

      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 24, 2026
    • Ohio

      Miami University

      Average cost in state
      $35,674
      Average cost out of state
      $59,196
      School Type
      Public

      Miami 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
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026
    • New York

      Nassau Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $5,990
      Average cost out of state
      $11,980
      School Type
      Public

      Nassau Community 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
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • South Dakota

      Oglala Lakota College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $15,534
      Average cost out of state
      $15,534
      School Type
      Public

      Oglala Lakota 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
    • Illinois

      Rend Lake College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,900
      Average cost out of state
      $4,900
      School Type
      Public

      Rend Lake 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Ridgewater College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $6,336
      Average cost out of state
      $6,336
      School Type
      Public

      Ridgewater 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Arizona

      Scottsdale Community College

      Average cost in state
      $29,630
      Average cost out of state
      $31,030

      Scottsdale 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: May 1, 2026
    • Illinois

      Shawnee Community College

      Average cost in state
      $14,688
      Average cost out of state
      $17,538

      Shawnee 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Gateway Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,944
      Average cost out of state
      $11,944
      School Type
      Public

      Gateway 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
      Last Updated: May 11, 2026
    • Missouri

      Jefferson College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,888
      Average cost out of state
      $30,716
      School Type
      Public

      Jefferson 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 21, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Aria Health School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Private
    • Maryland

      Anne Arundel Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,668
      Average cost out of state
      $31,956
      School Type
      Public

      Anne Arundel 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: March 10, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Minnesota State University - Mankato

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,798
      Average cost out of state
      $36,542
      School Type
      Public

      Minnesota State University - Mankato

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Ohio

      James A. Rhodes State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,680‬
      Average cost out of state
      $9,360‬
      School Type
      Public

      James A. Rhodes 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,600
      Average cost out of state
      $3,600‬
      School Type
      Public

      Mississippi Gulf Coast 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Arizona

      Central Arizona College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,360
      Average cost out of state
      $6,720
      School Type
      Public

      Central Arizona 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: April 13, 2026
    • Missouri

      Columbia College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,818
      Average cost out of state
      $33,303
      School Type
      Private

      Columbia 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)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • Georgia

      Columbus Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,898
      Average cost out of state
      $17,946‬
      School Type
      Public

      Columbus 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)
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • New York

      Dominican College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $35,308
      Average cost out of state
      $35,308
      School Type
      Private

      Dominican 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Michigan

      Dorsey Schools - Madison Heights

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $32,160
      Average cost out of state
      $32,160
      School Type
      Private

      Dorsey Schools - Madison Heights

      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 15, 2026
    • North Carolina

      James Sprunt Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $1,984‬
      Average cost out of state
      $6,592‬
      School Type
      Public

      James Sprunt 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
      Last Updated: April 22, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Lake Superior College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,931
      Average cost out of state
      $5,931
      School Type
      Public

      Lake Superior 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
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 23, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Coastal Carolina Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,660
      Average cost out of state
      $22,660
      School Type
      Public

      Coastal Carolina 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
      Last Updated: April 27, 2026
    • Missouri

      Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $2,904
      Average cost out of state
      $7,680
      School Type
      Public

      Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: April 28, 2026

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