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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

      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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • Alabama

      Samford University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $42,590
      Average cost out of state
      $42,590
      School Type
      Public

      Samford 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)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • New York

      University of Rochester

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $87,080
      Average cost out of state
      $87,080
      School Type
      Private

      University of Rochester

      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)
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • California

      Samuel Merritt University

      Average cost in state
      $132,800
      Average cost out of state
      $132,800
      School Type
      Private

      Samuel Merritt 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Sampson Community College

      Average cost in state
      $30,649
      Average cost out of state
      $37,561

      Sampson 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
      • LPN to ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • Utah

      Utah Valley University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,876
      Average cost out of state
      $40,580
      School Type
      Public

      Utah Valley 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
      • 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 ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 19, 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
    • Texas

      San Antonio College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $23,870
      Average cost out of state
      $30,410
      School Type
      Public

      San Antonio 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
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • California

      San Bernardino Valley College

      Average cost in state
      $48,488
      Average cost out of state
      $48,488

      San Bernardino Valley 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • California

      San Diego City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,385
      Average cost out of state
      $49,241
      School Type
      Public

      San Diego City 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
      • LVN to RN
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: June 19, 2026
    • California

      San Jose State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $38,137
      Average cost out of state
      $38,137
      School Type
      Public

      San Jose 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Specialty Advanced Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • California

      San Joaquin Delta College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $45,331
      Average cost out of state
      $45,331
      School Type
      Public

      San Joaquin Delta 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 Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • California

      San Francisco State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $38,234
      Average cost out of state
      $38,234
      School Type
      Public

      San Francisco 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
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • Arizona

      Arizona State University

      Enrollment graduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,738
      Average cost out of state
      $59,367
      School Type
      Public

      Arizona 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (GNP-BC) Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (GNP-BC)
      • Healthcare Innovation Online Certificate (HIOC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      • (CPP-AC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care (CPP-AC)
      • (CPNP-PC) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • Texas

      San Jacinto College Central Campus

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $31,306
      Average cost out of state
      $33,136
      School Type
      Public

      San Jacinto College Central 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • California

      San Diego State University School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $37,324
      Average cost out of state
      $53,644
      School Type
      Public

      San Diego State University School of Nursing

      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)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026

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