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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

      University of Minnesota

      Average cost in state
      $33,782
      Average cost out of state
      $33,782
      School Type
      Public

      University of Minnesota

      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: July 1, 2026
    • South Carolina

      University of South Carolina - Aiken

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,176
      Average cost out of state
      $40,918
      School Type
      Public

      University of South Carolina - Aiken

      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: May 6, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Virginia Western 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 Western 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 23, 2026
    • Michigan

      Washtenaw Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,401
      Average cost out of state
      $37,341
      School Type
      Public

      Washtenaw 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
      • Nursing Assistant Skills Training (CCNAST)
      Last Updated: July 6, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Waukesha County Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,585
      Average cost out of state
      $6,878
      School Type
      Public

      Waukesha County 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
      Last Updated: July 6, 2026
    • Nevada

      Western Nevada College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $6,840
      Average cost out of state
      $15,740
      School Type
      Public

      Western Nevada 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 7, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Western Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,076
      Average cost out of state
      $11,076
      School Type
      Public

      Western 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
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Missouri

      Truman Medical Center School of Nurse Anesthesia

      Average cost in state
      $69,250
      Average cost out of state
      $108,921
      School Type
      Private

      Truman Medical Center School of Nurse Anesthesia

      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
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Brockton Hospital School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $28,950‬
      Average cost out of state
      $28,950‬
      School Type
      Private

      Brockton Hospital School of Nursing

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • 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
    • Puerto Rico

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,534
      Average cost out of state
      $9,534
      School Type
      Private

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      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 16, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Big Sandy Community and Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,680‬
      Average cost out of state
      $6,480‬
      School Type
      Public

      Big Sandy Community and 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 14, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Blue Ridge Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,432
      Average cost out of state
      $8,576
      School Type
      Public

      Blue Ridge 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 27, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Bunker Hill Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $11,280
      Average cost out of state
      $19,520
      School Type
      Public

      Bunker Hill 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 28, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Catawba Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,432
      Average cost out of state
      $8,576
      School Type
      Public

      Catawba 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: August 3, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Elizabethtown Community & Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,323
      Average cost out of state
      $21,051
      School Type
      Public

      Elizabethtown Community &amp; 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
      Last Updated: August 13, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Hazard Community and Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,323
      Average cost out of state
      $21,051
      School Type
      Public

      Hazard Community and 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
      Last Updated: August 20, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Lees-McRae College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Private

      Lees-McRae 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: August 18, 2026
    • Louisiana

      Louisiana Technical University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,072
      Average cost out of state
      $33,072
      School Type
      Public

      Louisiana Technical University

      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 26, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Luzerne County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,208
      Average cost out of state
      $33,168
      School Type
      Public

      Luzerne 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: May 26, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Montgomery County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,310
      Average cost out of state
      $38,166
      School Type
      Public

      Montgomery 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: June 2, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Motlow State Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,064
      Average cost out of state
      $8,544
      School Type
      Public

      Motlow 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: August 27, 2026
    • Arizona

      Pitt Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,794
      Average cost out of state
      $29,938
      School Type
      Public

      Pitt 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 11, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $18,540
      Average cost out of state
      $18,540
      School Type
      Private

      Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 8, 2026

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