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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
    • Pennsylvania

      UPMC Mercy School of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $46,126
      Average cost out of state
      $46,126
      School Type
      Private
    • Georgia

      Valdosta State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,008
      Average cost out of state
      $32,068
      School Type
      Public

      Valdosta State University

      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
      • 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-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Indiana

      Valparaiso University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $67,910
      Average cost out of state
      $67,910
      School Type
      Private

      Valparaiso 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
      • 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
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Vance-Granville Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,972‬
      Average cost out of state
      $29,858
      School Type
      Public

      Vance-Granville 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 ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Florida

      Valencia College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,628
      Average cost out of state
      $37,212
      School Type
      Public

      Valencia 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Venango County Area Vocational Technical School

      Average cost in state
      $19,669
      Average cost out of state
      $19,669
      School Type
      Public

      Venango County Area Vocational Technical School

      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
      • Practical Nursing
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Vermont

      Vermont State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,747
      Average cost out of state
      $37,983
      School Type
      Public

      Vermont 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science / Master of Science in Nursing Combined Program
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • California

      Ventura College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,759
      Average cost out of state
      $31,295
      School Type
      Public

      Ventura 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
    • Texas

      Vernon College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,372
      Average cost out of state
      $18,572
      School Type
      Public

      Vernon 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
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Illinois

      Verve College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $24,995
      Average cost out of state
      $24,995

      Verve 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
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Ohio

      Franciscan University of Steubenville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $49,055
      Average cost out of state
      $49,055
      School Type
      Private

      Franciscan University of Steubenville

      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
      • Post-Master Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • California

      Victor Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,704
      Average cost out of state
      $32,404
      School Type
      Public

      Victor 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
      • LVN to RN
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Appalachian Tricollege Nursing Program

    • Pennsylvania

      Villanova University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $72,990
      Average cost out of state
      $72,990
      School Type
      Private

      Villanova 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • RN Refresher Certificate
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Indiana

      Vincennes University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,984
      Average cost out of state
      $17,850
      School Type
      Public

      Vincennes 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Villanova University-Online RN to BSN

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      School Type
      Private
    • Wisconsin

      Viterbo University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $47,870
      Average cost out of state
      $47,870
      School Type
      Private

      Viterbo 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
      • Direct-Entry MSN / Accelerated MSN (for non-nursing bachelor’s holders)
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • New York

      Wagner College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $76,207
      Average cost out of state
      $76,207
      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: May 7, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,368
      Average cost out of state
      $55,532
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing

      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
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
      • Health Care Innovation Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Commonwealth University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,368
      Average cost out of state
      $55,532
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Commonwealth 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Health Care Innovation Certificate
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Virginia

      Virginia Highlands Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,969
      Average cost out of state
      $29,482
      School Type
      Public

      Virginia Highlands 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)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Virginia Western Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,643
      Average cost out of state
      $30,723
      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: May 7, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Wake Tech Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $32,017
      Average cost out of state
      $36,625
      School Type
      Public

      Wake Tech 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
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Alabama

      Wallace State Community College - Hanceville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,268
      Average cost out of state
      $31,292
      School Type
      Public

      Wallace State Community College - Hanceville

      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)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026

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