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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
    • Florida

      The College of the Florida Keys

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,713
      Average cost out of state
      $21,713
      School Type
      Public

      The College of the Florida Keys

      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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Paramedic Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Maryland

      The Community College of Baltimore County

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $25,498
      Average cost out of state
      $32,076
      School Type
      Public

      The Community College of Baltimore County

      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
      • Associate to BSN (general)
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Assistant Certificate
      • Practical Nurse Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Thomas Edison State University

      Average cost in state
      $39,600
      Average cost out of state
      $39,600
      School Type
      Public

      Thomas Edison 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-BSN/MSN (dual-track program)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      • Nursing Informatics
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Thomas Jefferson University

      Average cost in state
      $48,022
      Average cost out of state
      $48,022
      School Type
      Private

      Thomas Jefferson 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)
      • Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP)
      • (PPCNP-BC) Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP-BC)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
      • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Texas

      The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $50,882
      Average cost out of state
      $75,182
      School Type
      Public

      The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

      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
      • Post-Master's Nurse Practitioner Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health(PMNPCPMH)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Florida

      The University of Tampa

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $52,832
      Average cost out of state
      $52,832
      School Type
      Private

      The University of Tampa

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Virginia

      Tidewater Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $6,213
      Average cost out of state
      $13,581
      School Type
      Public

      Tidewater 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
    • 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
    • New York

      Tompkins Cortland Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $25,501
      Average cost out of state
      $31,486
      School Type
      Public

      Tompkins Cortland 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 26, 2026
    • New York

      Touro College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,892
      Average cost out of state
      $61,892
      School Type
      Private

      Touro 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 BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Georgia

      Thomas University

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

      Thomas 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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Maryland

      Towson University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $67,084
      Average cost out of state
      $105,528
      School Type
      Public

      Towson 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 BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Oregon

      Treasure Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $12,784
      Average cost out of state
      $12,784
      School Type
      Public

      Treasure 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Thomas More College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $60,497
      Average cost out of state
      $60,497
      School Type
      Private

      Thomas More 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
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Tri-County Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,193
      Average cost out of state
      $44,201
      School Type
      Public

      Tri-County Technical 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Colorado

      Trinidad State Junior College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $22,375
      Average cost out of state
      $24,758
      School Type
      Public

      Trinidad State Junior 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nurse Certificate-Exit Option
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • South Carolina

      Trident Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,529
      Average cost out of state
      $23,081
      School Type
      Public

      Trident Technical 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Pre-Nursing Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Illinois

      Trinity Christian College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,580
      Average cost out of state
      $20,580
      School Type
      Private

      Trinity Christian 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
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Georgia

      Trenholm Technical College

      Average cost in state
      $19,114
      Average cost out of state
      $19,114
      School Type
      Public

      Trenholm 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
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Tri County Tech

      Average cost in state
      $7,270
      Average cost out of state
      $10,200
      School Type
      Public

      Tri County Tech

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Illinois

      Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences

      Average cost in state
      $40,112
      Average cost out of state
      $40,112
      School Type
      Private

      Trinity College of Nursing &amp; Health Sciences

      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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Illinois

      Triton College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,520
      Average cost out of state
      $21,520
      School Type
      Public

      Triton 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
      • Nurse Assistant Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • Ohio

      Trinity Health System School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $33,254
      Average cost out of state
      $33,254
      School Type
      Private

      Trinity Health System 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
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026
    • New York

      Trocaire College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,060
      Average cost out of state
      $21,060
      School Type
      Private

      Trocaire 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: June 26, 2026

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