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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
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Pembroke

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,615
      Average cost out of state
      $33,151
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Pembroke

      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)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
      • Clinical Prevention and Population Health Certificate
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: July 21, 2026
    • North Carolina

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,325
      Average cost out of state
      $49,352
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Carolina - Wilmington

      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 DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • North Dakota

      University of North Dakota

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $14,000
      Average cost out of state
      $20,041
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Dakota

      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)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Florida

      University of North Florida

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,841
      Average cost out of state
      $39,241
      School Type
      Public

      University of North Florida

      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)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 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
    • Colorado

      University of Northern Colorado

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $34,800
      Average cost out of state
      $50,288
      School Type
      Public

      University of Northern Colorado

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Minnesota

      University of Northwestern - St. Paul

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $38,750
      Average cost out of state
      $38,750
      School Type
      Private

      University of Northwestern - St. Paul

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      University of Oklahoma

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $43,670
      Average cost out of state
      $61,994
      School Type
      Public

      University of Oklahoma

      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 DNP (Bachelor 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
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist
      • Clinical Nurse Specialist
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $97,444
      Average cost out of state
      $97,444
      School Type
      Private

      University of Pennsylvania

      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 PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Transformative Nursing Education Certificate
      • Adult Oncology Specialty Certificate
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Streamlined Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Palliative Care Certificate
      • Integrated Nursing Care of Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate
      • Quality Improvement and Safety Processes in Healthcare Certificate
      Last Updated: July 6, 2026
    • Arizona

      University of Phoenix

      Average cost in state
      $20,626
      Average cost out of state
      $20,626
      School Type
      Private

      University of Phoenix

      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)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Hawaii

      University of Phoenix, Hawaii Campus

      Average cost in state
      $20,626
      Average cost out of state
      $20,626
      School Type
      Private

      University of Phoenix, Hawaii Campus

      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)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Kentucky

      University of Pikeville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,002
      Average cost out of state
      $53,002
      School Type
      Private

      University of Pikeville

      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)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Pittsburgh

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,186
      Average cost out of state
      $55,070
      School Type
      Public

      University of Pittsburgh

      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
      • Certificate in Nursing Informatics
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
      • Certificate in Gerontology for Nurse Practitioners
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • School Nurse Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 23, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $23,426
      Average cost out of state
      $30,798
      School Type
      Public

      University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Oregon

      University of Portland

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $61,000
      Average cost out of state
      $61,000
      School Type
      Private

      University of Portland

      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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,954
      Average cost out of state
      $5,954
      School Type
      Public

      University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

      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
      Certificate Programs
      • Professional Certificate in Gastroenterological Nursing
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      University of Puerto Rico at Humacao

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,954
      Average cost out of state
      $5,954
      School Type
      Public

      University of Puerto Rico at Humacao

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,954
      Average cost out of state
      $5,954

      University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez

      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: May 6, 2026
    • Rhode Island

      University of Rhode Island

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,158
      Average cost out of state
      $60,516
      School Type
      Public

      University of Rhode Island

      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 DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor 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 1, 2026
    • Ohio

      University of Rio Grande

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,000
      Average cost out of state
      $20,000
      School Type
      Private

      University of Rio Grande

      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)
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: May 6, 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
    • Illinois

      University of Saint Francis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,966
      Average cost out of state
      $39,966
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Francis

      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
      • Teaching Nursing Certificate Program
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Indiana

      University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $50,970
      Average cost out of state
      $50,970
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026
    • Connecticut

      University of Saint Joseph - Connecticut

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $53,098
      Average cost out of state
      $53,098
      School Type
      Private

      University of Saint Joseph - Connecticut

      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
      • Certificate in Musculoskeletal Health/Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 6, 2026

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