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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
    • Michigan

      Saint Clair County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $10,380
      Average cost out of state
      $14,250
      School Type
      Public

      Saint Clair County 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: June 17, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Saint Cloud State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,412
      Average cost out of state
      $40,106
      School Type
      Public

      Saint Cloud 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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • South Dakota

      South Dakota State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,484
      Average cost out of state
      $24,760
      School Type
      Public

      South Dakota State 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • Texas

      Tarleton State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,944
      Average cost out of state
      $42,784
      School Type
      Public

      Tarleton 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LVN to BSN
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • New York

      Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $59,972
      Average cost out of state
      $59,972
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Elizabeth College 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: June 17, 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
    • New York

      Saint Joseph's College - New York

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,140
      Average cost out of state
      $39,140
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Joseph's College - New York

      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
      • Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG-CNS)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • Maine

      Saint Joseph's College of Maine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $65,044
      Average cost out of state
      $65,044
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Joseph's College of Maine

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: June 17, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Tennessee Technological University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,685
      Average cost out of state
      $17,551
      School Type
      Public

      Tennessee Technological 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)
      • 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)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Missouri

      Saint Louis University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $83,710
      Average cost out of state
      $83,710
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Louis 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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      Certificate Programs
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
      • Nurse Education Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: June 18, 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
    • Minnesota

      Saint Paul College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,662
      Average cost out of state
      $12,662
      School Type
      Public

      Saint Paul 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
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • California

      University of California at Los Angeles

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $47,808
      Average cost out of state
      $87,078
      School Type
      Public

      University of California at Los Angeles

      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
      Certificate Programs
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Colorado

      University of Colorado - Colorado Springs

      Enrollment graduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,037
      Average cost out of state
      $22,440
      School Type
      Public

      University of Colorado - Colorado Springs

      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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Saint Peter's University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $63,831
      Average cost out of state
      $63,831
      School Type
      Private

      Saint Peter's 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
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Salem Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $6,780
      Average cost out of state
      $10,950
      School Type
      Public

      Salem 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
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Arkansas

      University of Central Arkansas

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,585
      Average cost out of state
      $34,585
      School Type
      Public

      University of Central Arkansas

      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
      • Nurse Educator Post-Master's Certificate - (NE-PMC)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Georgia

      University of North Georgia

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,190
      Average cost out of state
      $43,180
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Georgia

      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
      • Nurse Executive Leader Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Utah

      Salt Lake Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $28,004
      Average cost out of state
      $38,585
      School Type
      Public

      Salt Lake 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: June 18, 2026
    • Maryland

      Salisbury University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,496
      Average cost out of state
      $43,620
      School Type
      Public

      Salisbury 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Salem International University Online

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $14,250
      Average cost out of state
      $14,250
      School Type
      Private

      Salem International University Online

      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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Salem State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,464
      Average cost out of state
      $35,873
      School Type
      Public

      Salem State 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Post-Baccalaureate Nursing Education
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Montana

      Salish Kootenai College

      Average cost in state
      $6,681
      Average cost out of state
      $12,117

      Salish Kootenai 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: June 18, 2026
    • Rhode Island

      Salve Regina University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $80,886
      Average cost out of state
      $80,886
      School Type
      Private

      Salve Regina 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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (Post-Master's Certificate)
      • Cybersecurity and Healthcare Administration (Graduate Certificate)
      • Healthcare Administration (Graduate Certificate)
      • Healthcare Leadership (Graduate Certificate)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post-Master's Certificate)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (Post-Master's Certificate)
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026

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