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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

      College of Marin

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,380
      Average cost out of state
      $8,820
      School Type
      Public

      College of Marin

      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 29, 2026
    • Illinois

      Rockford University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,870
      Average cost out of state
      $39,870
      School Type
      Private

      Rockford 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: May 1, 2026
    • Guam

      University of Guam

      Average cost in state
      $30,733
      Average cost out of state
      $36,037
      School Type
      Public

      University of Guam

      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
    • Ohio

      Hiram College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $45,340
      Average cost out of state
      $45,340
      School Type
      Private

      Hiram 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 19, 2026
    • Arkansas

      John Brown University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $32,710
      Average cost out of state
      $32,710
      School Type
      Private

      John Brown 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: May 21, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Jefferson County-Dubois Area Vocational-Technical School (JEFF TECH)

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $17,875
      Average cost out of state
      $17,875
      School Type
      Public

      Jefferson County-Dubois Area Vocational-Technical School (JEFF TECH)

      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
    • Missouri

      St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley

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

      St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley

      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
    • Missouri

      St. Louis Community College - Forest Park

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

      St. Louis Community College - Forest Park

      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
    • California

      Franklin County Career and Technology Center

      Average cost in state
      $17,350
      Average cost out of state
      $20,200
      School Type
      Public

      Franklin County Career and 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 8, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Community College of Beaver County

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $8,640‬
      Average cost out of state
      $17,280‬
      School Type
      Public

      Community College of Beaver County

      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 14, 2026
    • Minnesota

      Gustavus Adolphus College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $70,288
      Average cost out of state
      $70,288
      School Type
      Private

      Gustavus Adolphus 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 20, 2026
    • California

      Moorpark College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $31,432
      Average cost out of state
      $42,968
      School Type
      Public

      Moorpark 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: April 28, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Ocean County Vocational & Technical School

      Average cost in state
      $22,967
      Average cost out of state
      $24,967
      School Type
      Public

      Ocean 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 30, 2026
    • Washington

      Eastern Washington University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,384
      Average cost out of state
      $47,379
      School Type
      Public

      Eastern Washington 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: May 5, 2026
    • South Carolina

      University of South Carolina at Lancaster

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,080
      Average cost out of state
      $36,760
      School Type
      Public

      University of South Carolina at Lancaster

      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
    • Texas

      Galveston College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $21,534
      Average cost out of state
      $21,534
      School Type
      Public

      Galveston 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
      • Healthcare Professional to RN or BSN
      Last Updated: May 7, 2026
    • Idaho

      Brigham Young University (Idaho)

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $8,619
      Average cost out of state
      $11,091
      School Type
      Private

      Brigham Young University (Idaho)

      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 14, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Montgomery County Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,205
      Average cost out of state
      $38,341
      School Type
      Public

      Montgomery 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
    • Colorado

      Community College of Denver

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,130
      Average cost out of state
      $18,170
      School Type
      Public

      Community College of Denver

      Degree Programs

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

      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Copiah-Lincoln Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $15,760
      Average cost out of state
      $17,760
      School Type
      Public

      Copiah-Lincoln 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
      Last Updated: April 15, 2026
    • New Jersey

      Morris County School of Technology

      Average cost in state
      $15,434
      Average cost out of state
      $15,434
      School Type
      Public

      Morris County School of Technology

      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
    • New Jersey

      Raritan Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $4,608
      Average cost out of state
      $6,528
      School Type
      Public

      Raritan Valley 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
      Last Updated: May 1, 2026
    • New York

      Mohawk Valley Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $5,372
      Average cost out of state
      $8,058
      School Type
      Public

      Mohawk Valley 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 11, 2026
    • Iowa

      Iowa Wesleyan College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      School Type
      Private

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