Best Nursing Schools Near You - Page 20

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. Washburn University

    Topeka, Kansas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

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

    • 5724 SW Huntoon, Topeka, Kansas 66604, US
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 4,093 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 733 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • 57% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 24 Average Age
    • 36% Men
    • 64% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 86% White
    • 6% Hispanic
    • 6% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $29,805 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $46,892 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  2. Clarkson College

    Omaha, Nebraska

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Clarkson College 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, 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 Higher Learning Commission.

    • Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 611 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 465 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • 73% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 16% Men
    • 84% Women
    • 2% Veterans
    • 90% White
    • 4% Hispanic
    • 5% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $46,291 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $40,633 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  3. Gardner-Webb University

    Boiling Springs, North Carolina

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Gardner-Webb University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

    • 110 S Main St., Boiling Springs, North Carolina 28017, US
    • (704) 406-4000
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,836 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,285 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 87% Acceptance Rate
    • 58% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 25 Average Age
    • 36% Men
    • 64% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 80% White
    • 4% Hispanic
    • 16% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $34,844 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $50,167 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  4. Bowie State University

    Bowie, Maryland

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

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

    • 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, Maryland 20715, US
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 5,207 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,120 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 84% Acceptance Rate
    • 51% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 61% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 36% White
    • 5% Hispanic
    • 55% Black
    • 4% Asian

    Programs

    • $19,194 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  5. Chamberlain University, Illinois

    Addison, Illinois

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Chamberlain University, Illinois 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, MSN, RN to MSN, MSN to DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 12,188 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 16,683 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 89% Acceptance Rate
    • 75% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 33 Average Age
    • 11% Men
    • 89% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 80% White
    • 5% Hispanic
    • 14% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $53,625 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $24,343 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  6. Maryville University of Saint Louis

    Saint Louis, Missouri

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Maryville University of Saint Louis 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, MSN, DNP, BSN to DNP, MSN to DNP, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 650 Maryville University Drive, Saint Louis, Missouri 63141, US
    • 1-314-529-9300
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 5,988 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 3,821 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 94% Acceptance Rate
    • 66% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 23 Average Age
    • 31% Men
    • 69% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 89% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 8% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $54,960 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $46,670 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  7. University of Central Arkansas

    Conway, Arkansas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    University of Central Arkansas 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, DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • 201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, Arkansas 72035, US
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 7,426 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,906 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 90% Acceptance Rate
    • 49% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 21 Average Age
    • 38% Men
    • 62% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 80% White
    • 3% Hispanic
    • 17% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $37,815 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $24,196 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  8. Messiah University

    Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

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

    • One University Avenue, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17055, US
    • 1-717-766-2511
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,318 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 758 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 78% Acceptance Rate
    • 77% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 19 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 90% White
    • 3% Hispanic
    • 5% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $158,670 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $51,204 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  9. Prairie View A & M University

    Houston, Texas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Prairie View A & M 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, MSN, BSN to DNP, MSN to DNP, 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.

    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 8,527 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 990 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • 47% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 33% Men
    • 67% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 49% White
    • 22% Hispanic
    • 34% Black
    • 4% Asian

    Programs

    • $29,268 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $16,905 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  10. Texas Christian University

    Fort Worth, Texas

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Texas Christian University 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, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, MSN to DNP, CNL, DNAP, CRNA, CNS, 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
    • 10,919 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,848 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 43% Acceptance Rate
    • 81% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 38% Men
    • 62% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 79% White
    • 15% Hispanic
    • 8% Black
    • 3% Asian

    Programs

    • $46,155 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $115,401 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  11. Rowan College at Burlington County

    Mount Laurel, New Jersey

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Rowan College at Burlington County is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, RN to BSN, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

    • 900 College Circle, Mount Laurel, New Jersey 8054, US
    • 1-609-894-9311
    • Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
    • Less-than-4-year institution
    • 6,174 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 6 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 67% Acceptance Rate
    • 32% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 24 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 70% White
    • 6% Hispanic
    • 22% Black
    • 3% Asian

    NCLEX Pass Rates

    • 98.28% NCLEX-RN BS

    Programs

    • $11,767 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • Online Program
      $16,543 In-State Tuition
      4.3 Program Score
    • Online Program
      $6,990 In-State Tuition
      4.3 Program Score
  12. Alcorn State University

    Alcorn State, Mississippi

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Alcorn State University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, MA, MSN, 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.

    • 1000 ASU Dr Ste 359, Alcorn State, Mississippi 39096, US
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,290 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 462 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 25% Acceptance Rate
    • 45% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 21 Average Age
    • 34% Men
    • 66% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 40% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 57% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $25,179 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $12,712 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  13. 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

    • $128,375 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $33,215 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  14. Colorado Mesa University

    Grand Junction, Colorado

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Colorado Mesa University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, DNP, LPN to BSN, LPN/LVN, MSN, MSN to DNP, NP, Other, 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.

    • 1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, Colorado 81501, US
    • 1-970-248-1398
    • Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 7,604 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 284 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 81% Acceptance Rate
    • 41% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 47% Men
    • 53% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 89% White
    • 11% Hispanic
    • 1% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $24,998 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $32,423 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $33,780 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  15. Wenatchee Valley College

    Wenatchee, Washington

    School Ranking: B+

    School Overview

    Wenatchee Valley College is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, CNA, LPN to BSN, MA, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

    • 1300 Fifth St, Wenatchee, Washington 98801, US
    • Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,762 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 16,105 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 43% Acceptance Rate
    • 49% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 24 Average Age
    • 38% Men
    • 62% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 82% White
    • 18% Hispanic
    • 0% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $4,305 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $14,091 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.