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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

      Western Carolina University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $22,381
      Average cost out of state
      $26,381
      School Type
      Public

      Western 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • NURSE EDUCATOR
      Last Updated: July 7, 2026
    • New York

      Westchester Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,530
      Average cost out of state
      $11,770
      School Type
      Public

      Westchester 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: July 7, 2026
    • Western Governors University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,080
      Average cost out of state
      $29,080
      School Type
      Private

      Western Governors 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
      • BSN to MSN (Bachelor to Master’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
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Nursing – Leadership & Management
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      • Nursing Informatics
      Last Updated: July 7, 2026
    • New Jersey

      William Paterson University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $17,324
      Average cost out of state
      $27,950
      School Type
      Public

      William Paterson 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)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Nursing Administration
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Wilkes University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $44,742
      Average cost out of state
      $44,742
      School Type
      Private

      Wilkes 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 MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Missouri

      William Jewell College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $45,051
      Average cost out of state
      $45,051
      School Type
      Private

      William Jewell 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Wilkes Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,241
      Average cost out of state
      $20,241
      School Type
      Public

      Wilkes 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: July 8, 2026
    • Mississippi

      William Carey University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $33,710
      Average cost out of state
      $33,710
      School Type
      Private

      William Carey 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)
      • DNP to PhD (Doctor of Nursing Practice to Doctor of Philosophy)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • New York

      Broome Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,976‬
      Average cost out of state
      $11,952
      School Type
      Public

      Broome 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: July 8, 2026
    • North Dakota

      Williston State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $19,035
      Average cost out of state
      $ 23,217
      School Type
      Public

      Williston State 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: July 8, 2026
    • Delaware

      Wilmington College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $50,424
      Average cost out of state
      $50,424
      School Type
      Private

      Wilmington 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • Advanced Degree in Nursing
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Oregon

      Central Oregon Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,277
      Average cost out of state
      $31,277
      School Type
      Public

      Central Oregon 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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Wilson College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,867
      Average cost out of state
      $39,867
      School Type
      Private

      Wilson 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
      • 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)
      • LPN to BSN
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Texas

      Central Texas College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $20,677
      Average cost out of state
      $24,427
      School Type
      Public

      Central Texas 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
      • LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • California

      Cerritos College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $34,930
      Average cost out of state
      $34,930
      School Type
      Public

      Cerritos 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: July 8, 2026
    • North Carolina

      Wilson Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $2,572
      Average cost out of state
      $8,716
      School Type
      Public

      Wilson 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: July 8, 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
    • North Carolina

      Winston-Salem State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,728
      Average cost out of state
      $29,975
      School Type
      Public

      Winston-Salem 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
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • Paramedic to BSN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • (CNE) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Northwood Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $12,342
      Average cost out of state
      $12,342
      School Type
      Public

      Northwood 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
      • Nursing Assistant
      Last Updated: July 8, 2026
    • Wisconsin

      Wisconsin Lutheran College

      Average cost in state
      $38,410
      Average cost out of state
      $38,410
      School Type
      Private

      Wisconsin Lutheran 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: July 8, 2026
    • California

      Citrus College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $40,319
      Average cost out of state
      $40,319
      School Type
      Public

      Citrus 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Vocational Nursing Certificate (VNSG)
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • West Virginia

      Wood County School of Practical Nursing

      Average cost in state
      $20,859
      Average cost out of state
      $20,859
      School Type
      Public

      Wood County School of Practical Nursing

      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: July 9, 2026
    • Maryland

      Wor-Wic Community College

      Average cost in state
      $4,080
      Average cost out of state
      $10,230
      School Type
      Public

      Wor-Wic 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      Worcester State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,320
      Average cost out of state
      $36,416
      School Type
      Public

      Worcester 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Certificate in Public & Population Health Nursing
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026

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