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Discover the best accredited nursing schools and programs near you with our comprehensive rankings. Our ranking methodology prioritizes affordability, accreditation, licensing and certification success rates, and the overall value for students.

Our School Rankings are based on the latest college data from the U.S. Department of Education. Complemented by additional insights from our analysts. Tuitions are estimated. They are subject to change.

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  1. California State University, Chico

    Chico, California

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    California State University, Chico is a public and non-profit National University. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, Entry Level BSN, RN to BSN, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.

    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 13,057 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,363 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 94% Acceptance Rate
    • 74% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 45% Men
    • 55% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 78% White
    • 17% Hispanic
    • 3% Black
    • 6% Asian

    Programs

    • $36,705 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $0 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  2. The College of Saint Scholastica

    Duluth, Minnesota

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    The College of Saint Scholastica is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including Accelerated BSN, BSN, CNA, DNP, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, Minnesota 55811, US
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,725 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,224 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 94% Acceptance Rate
    • 72% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 34% Men
    • 66% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 93% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 1% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $94,325 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $78,280 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $74,074 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  3. Union University

    Jackson, Tennessee

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Union University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including LPN to BSN, BSN, Entry Level BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, DNP, MSN to DNP, CRNA, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • 1050 Union University Drive, Jackson, Tennessee 38305, US
    • 1-731-661-6545
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,637 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 783 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 47% Acceptance Rate
    • 61% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 36% Men
    • 64% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 79% White
    • 3% Hispanic
    • 17% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $78,825 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $38,550 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  4. California State University, Fullerton

    Fullerton, California

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    California State University, Fullerton is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACME, ACEN, and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.

    • 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, California 92831, US
    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 36,956 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 4,837 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 87% Acceptance Rate
    • 80% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 43% Men
    • 57% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 58% White
    • 37% Hispanic
    • 4% Black
    • 14% Asian

    Programs

    • $11,064 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $17,640 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  5. Florida Gateway College

    Lake City, Florida

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Florida Gateway College is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, CNA, LPN/LVN, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • Highway 90 East, Lake City, Florida 32025, US
    • Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,231 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 2,468 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 97% Acceptance Rate
    • 51% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 32% Men
    • 68% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 80% White
    • 4% Hispanic
    • 16% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $2,168 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $5,568 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  6. University of Massachusetts, Boston

    Boston, Massachusetts

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    University of Massachusetts, Boston is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, Entry Level BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, BSN to PhD, MSN to PhD, CNS, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education.

    • 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts 2125, US
    • 1-617-287-7500
    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 11,848 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 3,437 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 83% Acceptance Rate
    • 57% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 23 Average Age
    • 43% Men
    • 57% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 73% White
    • 9% Hispanic
    • 13% Black
    • 6% Asian

    Programs

    • $41,840 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $43,557 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  7. Simmons University

    Boston, Massachusetts

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Simmons University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, PhD, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education.

    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,750 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 3,293 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 66% Acceptance Rate
    • 78% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 0% Men
    • 100% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 85% White
    • 5% Hispanic
    • 6% Black
    • 4% Asian

    Programs

    • $17,000 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $46,048 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  8. The University of Tampa

    Tampa, Florida

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    The University of Tampa is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus programs—including BSN, MSN, and NP degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, Florida 33606, US
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 10,093 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 943 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 41% Acceptance Rate
    • 62% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 41% Men
    • 59% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 84% White
    • 9% Hispanic
    • 8% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $88,875 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $36,763 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  9. East Tennessee State University

    Johnson City, Tennessee

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    East Tennessee State University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including LPN to BSN, BSN, Entry Level BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, DNP, BSN to DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 9,807 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 2,953 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 87% Acceptance Rate
    • 57% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 39% Men
    • 61% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 93% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 4% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $27,256 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $35,626 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  10. Cox College

    Springfield, Missouri

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Cox College is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, and NP degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 1423 N Jefferson, Springfield, Missouri 65802, US
    • Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 634 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 158 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 71% Acceptance Rate
    • 75% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 29 Average Age
    • 13% Men
    • 87% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 95% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 2% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $33,530 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $28,210 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  11. Jacksonville University

    Jacksonville, Florida

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Jacksonville University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, Entry Level BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, MSN to DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • 2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, Florida 32211, US
    • 1-904-256-8000
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,649 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,295 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 57% Acceptance Rate
    • 52% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 77% White
    • 7% Hispanic
    • 16% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $91,739 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $21,250 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  12. University of Arkansas at Little Rock

    Little Rock, Arkansas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including Entry Level BSN, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 2801 S. University Ave, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204, US
    • 1-501-569-8081
    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 4,740 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 2,369 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 58% Acceptance Rate
    • 44% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 25 Average Age
    • 36% Men
    • 64% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 70% White
    • 3% Hispanic
    • 26% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $27,240 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $27,240 In-State Tuition
      4.4 Program Score
  13. Anderson University

    Anderson, South Carolina

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Anderson University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, DNP, MSN, Post Grad Certificate, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the , ACEN, and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 316 Boulevard, Anderson, South Carolina 29621, US
    • 864-231-2000
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,070 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 160 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 53% Acceptance Rate
    • 59% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 21 Average Age
    • 49% Men
    • 51% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 91% White
    • 3% Hispanic
    • 5% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $78,710 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $45,634 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  14. Harding University

    Searcy, Arkansas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Harding University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, MSN, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 915 E Market Ave, Searcy, Arkansas 72149, US
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 3,323 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,112 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • 69% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 45% Men
    • 55% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 85% White
    • 6% Hispanic
    • 9% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $84,768 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $36,575 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  15. Idaho State University

    Pocatello, Idaho

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Idaho State University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, and online programs—including Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, MSN, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

    • 921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, Idaho 83209, US
    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 7,260 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 2,208 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 84% Acceptance Rate
    • 58% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 23 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 90% White
    • 8% Hispanic
    • 1% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $30,272 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $32,133 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.