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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
    • Maryland

      University of Maryland - Baltimore

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,057
      Average cost out of state
      $88,477
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maryland - Baltimore

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (PPCNP-BC) Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP-BC)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine at Fort Kent

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,252
      Average cost out of state
      $33,102
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine at Fort Kent

      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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • North Dakota

      University of Mary

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,712
      Average cost out of state
      $44,712
      School Type
      Private

      University of Mary

      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)
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine at Augusta

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,370
      Average cost out of state
      $22,590
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine at Augusta

      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: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,234
      Average cost out of state
      $57,344
      School Type
      Public

      University 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $72,946
      Average cost out of state
      $109,272
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts

      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
      • MSN to PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Arizona

      Mohave Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $2,280
      Average cost out of state
      $8,208
      School Type
      Public

      Mohave 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 RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 1, 2026
    • New York

      Mohawk Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,480
      Average cost out of state
      $8,220
      School Type
      Public

      Mohawk 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: June 2, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Monmouth University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $77,156
      Average cost out of state
      $77,156
      School Type
      Private

      Monmouth 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • New York

      Molloy College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $59,980
      Average cost out of state
      $59,980
      School Type
      Private

      Molloy College

      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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology - Nurse Practitioner
      • Clinical Nurse Specialist: Adult-Gerontology Health
      • Family Nurse Practitioner Primary Care
      • Nursing Education
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Nursing Administration with Informatics
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • New York

      Monroe Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,198
      Average cost out of state
      $24,198
      School Type
      Public

      Monroe 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
    • New Jersey

      Monmouth County Vocational School District

      Average cost in state
      $12,500
      Average cost out of state
      $12,500
      School Type
      Public

      Monmouth County Vocational School District

      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 2, 2026
    • New York

      Wagner College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $78,503
      Average cost out of state
      $78,503
      School Type
      Private

      Wagner College

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nurse Educator Certificate
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Michigan

      Monroe County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,134
      Average cost out of state
      $27,441
      School Type
      Public

      Monroe 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
      Bridge Programs
      • PN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Montana

      Montana State University - Bozeman

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,086
      Average cost out of state
      $53,922
      School Type
      Public

      Montana State University - Bozeman

      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)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Westmoreland County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $4,470
      Average cost out of state
      $13,128‬
      School Type
      Public

      Westmoreland 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • New York

      Montefiore School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $32,748
      Average cost out of state
      $61,209
      School Type
      Private

      Montefiore School 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 2, 2026
    • Montana

      Montana State University - Northern

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,495
      Average cost out of state
      $22,397
      School Type
      Public

      Montana State University - Northern

      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 BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 2, 2026
    • Michigan

      Montcalm Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $29,588
      Average cost out of state
      $32,300
      School Type
      Public

      Montcalm 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
    • 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
    • California

      Monterey Peninsula College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,246
      Average cost out of state
      $46,714
      School Type
      Public

      Monterey Peninsula 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
    • Oklahoma

      Moore Norman Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $34,679
      Average cost out of state
      $35,386
      School Type
      Public

      Moore Norman Technology Center

      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 2, 2026
    • Maryland

      Montgomery College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $42,175
      Average cost out of state
      $45,771
      School Type
      Public

      Montgomery 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
    • North Carolina

      North Carolina A&T State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,519
      Average cost out of state
      $43,243
      School Type
      Public

      North Carolina A&amp;T 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 3, 2026

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