Best Nursing Schools Near You - Page 31

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. Samuel Merritt University

    Oakland, California

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Samuel Merritt 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, DNP, MSN to DNP, CRNA, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other 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.

    • Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 674 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,207 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 66% Acceptance Rate
    • 85% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 29 Average Age
    • 21% Men
    • 79% Women
    • 2% Veterans
    • 64% White
    • 16% Hispanic
    • 7% Black
    • 15% Asian

    Programs

    • $82,361 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $73,648 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  2. Missouri State University, Springfield

    Springfield, Missouri

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Missouri State University, Springfield 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, DNP, BSN to DNP, DNAP, 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.

    • 901 S National Avenue, Springfield, Missouri 65897, US
    • 1-417-836-5310
    • Doctoral/Professional Universities
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 13,332 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 4,116 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 93% Acceptance Rate
    • 57% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 21 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 0% Veterans
    • 92% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 4% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $26,467 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $27,407 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  3. Monmouth University

    West Long Branch, New Jersey

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Monmouth University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, and on-campus programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

    • 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, New Jersey 7764, US
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 3,799 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,216 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 91% Acceptance Rate
    • 74% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 20 Average Age
    • 37% Men
    • 63% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 84% White
    • 7% Hispanic
    • 7% Black
    • 5% Asian

    NCLEX Pass Rates

    • 88% NCLEX-RN BS

    Programs

    • $158,880 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $82,739 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  4. Loma Linda University

    Loma Linda, California

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Loma Linda 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, DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, BSN to PhD, MSN to PhD, CRNA, CNS, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other 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.

    • West Hall - 11262 Campus St., Loma Linda, California 92350, US
    • 1-909-558-4923
    • Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 910 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 3,265 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • 90% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 25 Average Age
    • 27% Men
    • 73% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 64% White
    • 27% Hispanic
    • 7% Black
    • 10% Asian

    Programs

    • $62,560 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $106,509 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  5. Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus

    Teaneck, New Jersey

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Fairleigh Dickinson University, Metropolitan Campus is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, Accelerated BSN, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

    • 1000 River Road, Teaneck, New Jersey 07666, US
    • 201-692-2000
    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,415 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 1,905 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 0% Acceptance Rate
    • 50% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 48% Men
    • 52% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 73% White
    • 13% Hispanic
    • 14% Black
    • 6% Asian

    NCLEX Pass Rates

    • 81.58% NCLEX-RN BS

    Programs

    • $68,178 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $40,371 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  6. Premiere Career College

    Irwindale, California

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Premiere Career College is a public and non-profit Postsecondary/Vocational Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus programs—including MA degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and the institution is regionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

    • 12901 Ramona Blvd, Irwindale, California 91706, US
    • Less-than-4-year institution
    • 126 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • 79% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 28 Average Age
    • 33% Men
    • 67% Women
    • 4% Veterans
    • 45% White
    • 59% Hispanic
    • 4% Black
    • 15% Asian

    Programs

    • $3,648 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $3,648 In-State Tuition
      4.1 Program Score
  7. Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

    Provo, Utah

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

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

    • 122 East 1700 South, Provo, Utah 84606, US
    • Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,455 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 0% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 3% Men
    • 97% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 81% White
    • 20% Hispanic
    • 3% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $49,897 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  8. South University, Savannah

    Savannah, Georgia

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

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

    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 195 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 527 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 0% Acceptance Rate
    • 26% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 30 Average Age
    • 25% Men
    • 75% Women
    • 2% Veterans
    • 65% White
    • 7% Hispanic
    • 29% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $43,700 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $35,850 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $31,020 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  9. Antigua College International

    Miami Lakes, Florida

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Antigua College International is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of , on-campus, and online programs—including LPN/LVN, ADN/ASN, BSN, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the , ACEN, CCNE, and CNEA and the institution is regionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

    • 14505 Commerce Way, Suite 522, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, US
    • (786) 391-1167
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 213 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 0% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 19% Men
    • 81% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 70% White
    • 32% Hispanic
    • 5% Black
    • 2% Asian

    Programs

    • $22,904 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $33,265 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  10. Curry College

    Milton, Massachusetts

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Curry College 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, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, 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.

    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 1,804 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 219 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 88% Acceptance Rate
    • 60% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 22 Average Age
    • 42% Men
    • 58% Women
    • 2% Veterans
    • 85% White
    • 5% Hispanic
    • 7% Black
    • 3% Asian

    Programs

    • $62,361 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $34,020 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $55,350 In-State Tuition
      4.0 Program Score
    • Hybrid Program
      $34,020 In-State Tuition
      4.1 Program Score
    • Hybrid Online Program
      $33,210 In-State Tuition
      3.9 Program Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $98,523 In-State Tuition
      4.3 Program Score
  11. Florida National University, Main Campus

    Miami, Florida

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Florida National University, Main Campus 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, RN to 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.

    • Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 2,465 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 252 Graduate Students Enrolled
    • 0% Acceptance Rate
    • 0% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 29 Average Age
    • 30% Men
    • 70% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 81% White
    • 75% Hispanic
    • 9% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $46,200 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
    • $15,300 In-State Graduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  12. Schoolcraft College

    Livonia, Michigan

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Schoolcraft College is a public and non-profit Community College. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including LPN/LVN, ADN/ASN, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 6,635 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 0% Acceptance Rate
    • 19% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 25 Average Age
    • 43% Men
    • 57% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 78% White
    • 2% Hispanic
    • 17% Black
    • 3% Asian

    Programs

    • $6,255 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $8,896 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  13. Northern Virginia Community College

    Annandale, Virginia

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Northern Virginia Community College is a public and non-profit Community College. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN 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.

    • 4001 Wakefield Chapel Rd, Annandale, Virginia 22003, US
    • 1-703-323-3000
    • Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
    • Less-than-4-year institution
    • 32,211 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 26% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 24 Average Age
    • 49% Men
    • 51% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 67% White
    • 12% Hispanic
    • 15% Black
    • 9% Asian

    Programs

    • $14,606 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $14,606 In-State Tuition
      4.0 Program Score
  14. Community College of Rhode Island

    Warwick, Rhode Island

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Community College of Rhode Island is a public and non-profit Community College. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including LPN/LVN, 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 New England Commission on Higher Education.

    • Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
    • Less-than-4-year institution
    • 11,271 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 22% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 24 Average Age
    • 40% Men
    • 60% Women
    • 1% Veterans
    • 77% White
    • 15% Hispanic
    • 7% Black
    • 3% Asian

    Programs

    • $8,440 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
    • $13,715 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

  15. Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

    Cincinnati, Ohio

    School Ranking: B

    School Overview

    Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is a public and non-profit Community College. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including ADN/ASN, BSN, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

    • Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
    • 4 year or higher institution
    • 5,501 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
      *Includes certificate and degree-seeking students
    • 0% Acceptance Rate
    • 21% Graduation Rate

    Student Demographics

    • 26 Average Age
    • 41% Men
    • 59% Women
    • 3% Veterans
    • 73% White
    • 1% Hispanic
    • 23% Black
    • 1% Asian

    Programs

    • $10,395 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*

    *Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

    • Program
      Format
      Tuition
      Score
    • On-Campus Program
      $12,285 In-State Tuition
      4.0 Program Score
    • Online Program
      $8,505 In-State Tuition
      4.0 Program Score