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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 the Desert

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $37,533
      Average cost out of state
      $48,229
      School Type
      Public

      College of the Desert

      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 Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Ohio

      Wright State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $24,252
      Average cost out of state
      $34,944
      School Type
      Public

      Wright 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • School Nurse Certificate
      • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care(PNP-PC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Colorado

      Colorado Northwestern Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $20,658
      Average cost out of state
      $24,338
      School Type
      Public

      Colorado Northwestern 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
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Associate Degree in Nursing / Associate of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Virginia

      Wytheville Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $5,250
      Average cost out of state
      $10,908
      School Type
      Public

      Wytheville 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 9, 2026
    • Ohio

      Xavier University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $74,523
      Average cost out of state
      $74,523
      School Type
      Private

      Xavier 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)
      Certificate Programs
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • Nursing Education
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Connecticut

      Yale University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $72,500
      Average cost out of state
      $72,500
      School Type
      Private

      Yale 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
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • (AGACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
      • (FNP-BC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
      • PMHNP-BC All
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Arizona

      Yavapai College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $21,642
      Average cost out of state
      $21,642
      School Type
      Public

      Yavapai 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
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Washington

      Yakima Valley College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $19,662
      Average cost out of state
      $20,262
      School Type
      Public

      Yakima 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate (PNC)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Ohio

      Youngstown State University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $30,687
      Average cost out of state
      $31,047
      School Type
      Public

      Youngstown 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
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • York College of Pennsylvania

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $28,270
      Average cost out of state
      $28,270
      School Type
      Private

      York College of Pennsylvania

      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
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • ADULT-GERONTOLOGY NURSE PRACTITIONER POST MASTER'S CERTIFICATE(AGNPPMC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • York County School of Technology

      Average cost in state
      $18,720
      Average cost out of state
      $18,720

      York 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
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • York Technical College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $29,672
      Average cost out of state
      $40,072
      School Type
      Public

      York 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: July 9, 2026
    • California

      Yuba College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,380
      Average cost out of state
      $9,870
      School Type
      Public

      Yuba 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
      • LVN to RN
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 9, 2026
    • Florida

      Florida Gulf Coast University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $27,095
      Average cost out of state
      $ 48,996
      School Type
      Public

      Florida Gulf Coast 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
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: July 10, 2026
    • California

      American University of Health Sciences

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $48,684
      Average cost out of state
      $48,684
      School Type
      Private

      American University of 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
      • 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: July 13, 2026
    • Pennsylvania

      Harrisburg Area Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $29,909
      Average cost out of state
      $33,389
      School Type
      Public

      Harrisburg Area 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)
      • Nursing Home Administrator Certification
      • Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
      Last Updated: July 13, 2026
    • Texas

      Angelina College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $18,210
      Average cost out of state
      $21,270
      School Type
      Public

      Angelina 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
      • LVN to ADN
      Last Updated: July 13, 2026
    • Maryland

      Anne Arundel Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $26,188
      Average cost out of state
      $33,964
      School Type
      Public

      Anne Arundel 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
      • Military Medic/Corpsman/Paramedic to RN or BSN
      • LPN to RN
      Certificate Programs
      • Practical Nursing Certificate
      Last Updated: July 13, 2026
    • Mississippi

      Itawamba Community College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $1,650
      Average cost out of state
      $2,850
      School Type
      Public

      Itawamba 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: July 13, 2026
    • Florida

      Lake-Sumter State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $23,125
      Average cost out of state
      $33,266
      School Type
      Public

      Lake-Sumter 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: July 14, 2026
    • Tennessee

      Lincoln Memorial University

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $50,110
      Average cost out of state
      $50,110
      School Type
      Private

      Lincoln Memorial 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
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • (CPAN) Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN)
      Last Updated: July 14, 2026
    • Idaho

      Lewis-Clark State College

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,226
      Average cost out of state
      $23,938
      School Type
      Public

      Lewis-Clark 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
      Bridge Programs
      • Associate to BSN (general)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Management & Leadership Certificate
      Last Updated: July 14, 2026

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