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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
    • Massachusetts

      Bristol Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,056
      Average cost out of state
      $30,056
      School Type
      Public

      Bristol 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: June 5, 2026
    • New York

      Broome Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,976‬
      Average cost out of state
      $11,952
      School Type
      Public

      Broome 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: July 8, 2026
    • New York

      Cayuga County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,616
      Average cost out of state
      $11,232
      School Type
      Public

      Cayuga 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
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • California

      College of the Redwoods

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,452
      Average cost out of state
      $42,372
      School Type
      Public

      College of the Redwoods

      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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LVN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
      Last Updated: April 14, 2026
    • New York

      Finger Lakes Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,616
      Average cost out of state
      $7,872
      School Type
      Public

      Finger Lakes 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 30, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Haywood Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $32,891
      Average cost out of state
      $32,891
      School Type
      Public

      Haywood 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: August 20, 2026
    • New York

      Hudson Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,303
      Average cost out of state
      $34,659
      School Type
      Public

      Hudson Valley 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: May 20, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Itawamba Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,650
      Average cost out of state
      $2,850
      School Type
      Public

      Itawamba 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: July 13, 2026
    • Kansas

      Kansas City Kansas Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,750
      Average cost out of state
      $7,185
      School Type
      Public

      Kansas City Kansas 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      Last Updated: May 22, 2026
    • Illinois

      Kishwaukee College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,175
      Average cost out of state
      $29,975
      School Type
      Public

      Kishwaukee 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
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: June 29, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Community College

      Average cost in state
      $19,926
      Average cost out of state
      $19,926

      Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe 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 23, 2026
    • Montana

      Montana Tech of the University of Montana

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,418
      Average cost out of state
      $45,218
      School Type
      Public

      Montana Tech of the University of Montana

      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: March 9, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Naugatuck Valley Community Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,218
      Average cost out of state
      $15,476
      School Type
      Public

      Naugatuck Valley Community Technical 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 Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 29, 2026
    • Ohio

      North Central State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,046
      Average cost out of state
      $22,046
      School Type
      Public

      North Central 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 RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026
    • Ohio

      Northwest State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $27,454
      Average cost out of state
      $33,756
      School Type
      Public

      Northwest 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: June 5, 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
    • Ohio

      Sinclair Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $3,745
      Average cost out of state
      $8,626
      School Type
      Public

      Sinclair 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: July 17, 2026
    • Washington

      Skagit Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,950
      Average cost out of state
      $35,850
      School Type
      Public

      Skagit 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
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Maine

      Southern Maine Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,880
      Average cost out of state
      $5,760
      School Type
      Public

      Southern Maine 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: May 4, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

      Average cost in state
      $24,653
      Average cost out of state
      $24,653

      Southwest Wisconsin Technical 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: June 23, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      St. Francis University

      Average cost in state
      $44,600
      Average cost out of state
      $44,600

      St. Francis 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 to MSN (combined bridge)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Missouri

      St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley

      Average cost in state
      $3,810
      Average cost out of state
      $7,140

      St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley

      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: June 24, 2026
    • Missouri

      St. Louis Community College - Forest Park

      Average cost in state
      $3,810
      Average cost out of state
      $7,140

      St. Louis Community College - Forest Park

      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: June 24, 2026
    • Missouri

      Three Rivers Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,856
      Average cost out of state
      $22,086
      School Type
      Public

      Three Rivers 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: June 26, 2026

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