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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
    • Texas

      University of Texas - Arlington

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $31,642
      Average cost out of state
      $31,642
      School Type
      Public

      University of Texas - Arlington

      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)
      • (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: July 2, 2026
    • Texas

      University of Houston

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $11,888
      Average cost out of state
      $27,926
      School Type
      Public

      University of Houston

      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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Nebraska Wesleyan University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $65,784
      Average cost out of state
      $65,784
      School Type
      Private

      Nebraska Wesleyan 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Nursing Leadership
      Last Updated: May 26, 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
    • Washington

      Gonzaga University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $83,787
      Average cost out of state
      $83,787
      School Type
      Private

      Gonzaga 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 to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 20, 2026
    • Missouri

      Lester L. Cox College of Nursing and Health Sciences

      Average cost in state
      $13,200
      Average cost out of state
      $13,200
      School Type
      Private

      Lester L. Cox College of Nursing and 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: April 24, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Ramapo College of New Jersey

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $35,136
      Average cost out of state
      $47,075
      School Type
      Public

      Ramapo College of New Jersey

      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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Certificate in Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: July 2, 2026
    • Florida

      Rasmussen College - Florida Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,688
      Average cost out of state
      $20,688
      School Type
      Private

      Rasmussen College - Florida Campuses

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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)
      Last Updated: August 31, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Rasmussen College - Minnesota Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,688
      Average cost out of state
      $20,688
      School Type
      Private

      Rasmussen College - Minnesota Campuses

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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)
      Last Updated: August 31, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Rasmussen College - Wisconsin Campuses

      Average cost in state
      $20,688
      Average cost out of state
      $20,688
      School Type
      Private

      Rasmussen College - Wisconsin Campuses

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Doctor of Nursing Practice
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate 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)
      Last Updated: August 31, 2026
    • Missouri

      Southwest Baptist University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $41,500
      Average cost out of state
      $41,500
      School Type
      Private

      Southwest Baptist University

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • Kentucky

      Spalding University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $52,726
      Average cost out of state
      $52,726
      School Type
      Private

      Spalding 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 23, 2026
    • Alabama

      Troy University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $55,820
      Average cost out of state
      $55,820
      School Type
      Public

      Troy 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
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Healthcare Informatics and Nursing Leadership
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 29, 2026
    • California

      San Jose State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $38,137
      Average cost out of state
      $38,137
      School Type
      Public

      San Jose 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 to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Specialty Advanced Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: June 22, 2026
    • Illinois

      St. John's College of Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $44,567
      Average cost out of state
      $44,567

      St. John's College 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
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Administration & Leadership
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: March 5, 2026
    • Maryland

      Stevenson University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,970
      Average cost out of state
      $38,970
      School Type
      Private

      Stevenson 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
      • Associate to BSN (general)
      • 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 Education
      • Graduate Certificate in Population-Based Care Coordination
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Illinois

      University of Illinois - Chicago

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $38,400
      Average cost out of state
      $38,400
      School Type
      Public

      University of Illinois - Chicago

      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
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric NP-Acute Care
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • School Nurse Certificate
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care(PNP-PC)
      • NURSE-MIDWIFERY
      • Global Health Nursing, Nurse-Midwifery, Palliative Care
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Winona State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,532
      Average cost out of state
      $17,183
      School Type
      Public

      Winona 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
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • 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
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • (AGCNS-BC) Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC)
      • Nursing & Organizational Leadership (NOL)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Illinois

      Northern Illinois University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,872
      Average cost out of state
      $33,872
      School Type
      Public

      Northern Illinois 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
      • 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
      • Nurse Educator(NE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 5, 2026
    • North Carolina

      East Carolina University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $ 26,084
      Average cost out of state
      $42,850
      School Type
      Public

      East Carolina 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
      • Certificate in Healthcare Emergency and Disaster Management
      Last Updated: April 16, 2026
    • Kansas

      Fort Hays State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $16,337
      Average cost out of state
      $29,095
      School Type
      Public

      Fort Hays 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 to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Nursing Administration Graduate Certificate
      Last Updated: June 25, 2026
    • Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,417
      Average cost out of state
      $19,417
      School Type
      Private

      Fortis Career Training Programs - Multiple Campuses

      Degree Programs

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

      Degrees
      • Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: April 17, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Salem State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,464
      Average cost out of state
      $35,873
      School Type
      Public

      Salem State 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Post-Baccalaureate Nursing Education
      Last Updated: June 18, 2026
    • Alabama

      University of Alabama - Huntsville

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,490
      Average cost out of state
      $42,272
      School Type
      Public

      University of Alabama - Huntsville

      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: July 6, 2026

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