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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
    • California

      San Diego City College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,385
      Average cost out of state
      $49,241
      School Type
      Public

      San Diego City 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
      • LPN to RN
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Kansas

      Emporia State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,392
      Average cost out of state
      $32,960
      School Type
      Public

      Emporia 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
      Last Updated: April 1, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Platte College - Oklahoma City North Campus

      Average cost in state
      $23,403
      Average cost out of state
      $23,403
      School Type
      Private

      Platte College - Oklahoma City North Campus

      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: April 1, 2026
    • Utah

      Salt Lake Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $24,634
      Average cost out of state
      $34,078
      School Type
      Public

      Salt Lake 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: April 1, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      Universidad Adventista de las Antillas

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,700
      Average cost out of state
      $7,700
      School Type
      Private

      Universidad Adventista de las Antillas

      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
      Last Updated: April 2, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Cape May County Vocational & Technical School

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $11,600
      Average cost out of state
      $11,600
      School Type
      Public

      Cape May County Vocational &amp; 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
      Last Updated: April 13, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Community College of Philadelphia

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $4,176
      Average cost out of state
      $12,528‬
      School Type
      Public

      Community College of Philadelphia

      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: April 15, 2026
    • Nebraska

      Concordia University - Nebraska

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,410
      Average cost out of state
      $21,410
      School Type
      Public

      Concordia University - Nebraska

      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: April 15, 2026
    • Iowa

      Dordt College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $37,400
      Average cost out of state
      $37,400
      School Type
      Private

      Dordt 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: April 15, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Crown College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $46,420
      Average cost out of state
      $46,420
      School Type
      Private

      Crown 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: April 30, 2026
    • Missouri

      Culver-Stockton College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $49,131
      Average cost out of state
      $49,131
      School Type
      Private

      Culver-Stockton 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: April 30, 2026
    • South Dakota

      Sisseton Wahpeton College

      Average cost in state
      $3,840
      Average cost out of state
      $3,840

      Sisseton Wahpeton College

      Degree Programs

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

      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: May 4, 2026
    • Kansas

      Tabor College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,868
      Average cost out of state
      $19,868
      School Type
      Private

      Tabor 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: May 5, 2026
    • California

      Dominican University of California

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $78,563
      Average cost out of state
      $78,563
      School Type
      Private

      Dominican University of California

      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 18, 2026
    • Arkansas

      Northwest Arkansas Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,440
      Average cost out of state
      $24,649
      School Type
      Public

      Northwest Arkansas 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • Kansas

      Kansas City Kansas Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $3,630
      Average cost out of state
      $7,035
      School Type
      Public

      Kansas City Kansas 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      Last Updated: March 11, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Passaic County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,940
      Average cost out of state
      $10,500
      School Type
      Public

      Passaic 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: March 9, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,554
      Average cost out of state
      $24,554
      School Type
      Public

      Northeast Wisconsin 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
      Last Updated: March 9, 2026
    • Missouri

      St. Louis Community College - Meramec

      Average cost in state
      $3,660
      Average cost out of state
      $6,990‬

      St. Louis Community College - Meramec

      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: April 1, 2026
    • West Virginia

      West Virginia University at Parkersburg

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,500
      Average cost out of state
      $31,223
      School Type
      Public

      West Virginia University at Parkersburg

      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: April 2, 2026
    • Arizona

      Brookline College - Phoenix

      Enrollment graduates
      < 2000
      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $23,100
      Average cost out of state
      $23,100
      School Type
      Private

      Brookline College - Phoenix

      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: April 13, 2026
    • Puerto Rico

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $9,534
      Average cost out of state
      $9,534
      School Type
      Private

      La Universidad Ana G. Méndez

      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: April 16, 2026
    • Oklahoma

      Mid-America Technology Center

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $7,500
      Average cost out of state
      $7,500
      School Type
      Public

      Mid-America 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: April 28, 2026
    • Florida

      Miami-Dade County Public Schools

      School Type
      Public

      Miami-Dade County Public Schools

      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: April 28, 2026

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