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San Diego State University
Ranked #9 in the nation, San Diego State University is a public institution in San Diego, California. It offers 5 nursing programs across various degree levels.
5 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NE
California Accredited Nursing Schools 2026
Explore and compare 161 top-ranked, accredited schools in California. Our directory combines verified NCLEX-RN pass rates, IPEDS tuition data, and CCNE/ACEN accreditation status with authentic insights from our allnurses community members. Rankings are based on our Ranking Methodology, a 100-point composite score across 6 weighted categories.
Last updated: May 15, 2026
Sources: U.S. Dept of Education / IPEDS / College Scorecard / Editorial Team
NOTE: Program offerings and tuition are subject to change. Verify details directly with the institution.
San Jose State University
One of the top 50 nursing schools in the country, San Jose State University is a public institution in San Jose, California. It offers 7 nursing programs across various degree levels.
7 Nursing Programs Available
BSN, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, MSN-PMHNP
Shasta College
One of the top 50 nursing schools in the country, Shasta College is a public institution in Redding, California. Annual in-state tuition is $1,197.
ADN Program Available
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Santa Ana College
Santa Ana College in Santa Ana, California is a public institution ranked among the top 50 nursing schools. Total enrollment is about 27,200 students.
ADN Program Available
Rio Hondo College
Ranked #29 nationally, Rio Hondo College is a public institution in Whittier, California. Annual in-state tuition is $1,388.
ADN Program Available
Angeles College
One of the top 50 nursing schools in the country, Angeles College is a private for-profit institution in Los Angeles, California. The school reports a 93% graduation rate.
BSN Program Available
University of California-Los Angeles
University of California-Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California is a public institution with a 93% graduation rate and over 47,335 students. Annual in-state tuition is $15,203.
8 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-CNS, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, MSN-PMHNP, PhD
Pacific Union College
Pacific Union College is a smaller private nonprofit institution in Angwin, California with about 974 students. The acceptance rate is 47%.
3 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, BSN, RN-BSN
De Anza College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,571, De Anza College in Cupertino, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 67% graduation rate.
ADN Program Available
University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco provides nursing education from its campus in San Francisco, California. Total enrollment is about 8,913 students.
15 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, BSN-DNP, Direct-Entry-MSN, DNP, DNP-AGNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-AGNP, MSN-CNS, MSN-FNP, MSN-NE, PhD, Post-BSN-Cert, Post-MSN-Cert
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Stanbridge University
With a 10% acceptance rate, Stanbridge University is a selective private for-profit institution in Irvine, California. It offers 7 nursing programs across various degree levels.
7 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, ADN, BSN, CNA, MSN, MSN-FNP, RN-BSN
Unitek College
Unitek College is a private for-profit institution in Fremont, California. Total enrollment is about 5,725 students.
3 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, BSN, CNA
Sonoma State University
Sonoma State University provides nursing education from its campus in Rohnert Park, California. It offers 7 nursing programs across various degree levels.
7 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-AGNP, MSN-CNS, MSN-FNP, Post-MSN-Cert
Moorpark College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,426, Moorpark College in Moorpark, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $49,044 within ten years.
ADN Program Available
Point Loma Nazarene University
Point Loma Nazarene University provides nursing education from its campus in San Diego, California. It offers 10 nursing programs across various degree levels.
10 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, Direct-Entry-MSN, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-AGNP, MSN-CNS, MSN-FNP, Post-MSN-Cert
Ventura College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,426, Ventura College in Ventura, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 12,200 students.
ADN Program Available
Saddleback College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,156, Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $50,874 within ten years.
2 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, LPN
California Baptist University
California Baptist University is a private nonprofit school in Riverside, California offering nursing education. The school reports a 61% graduation rate.
8 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, MSN-PMHNP, PhD, RN-BSN
Modesto Junior College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,282, Modesto Junior College in Modesto, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 30% graduation rate.
ADN Program Available
Mount Saint Mary's University
Based in Los Angeles, California, Mount Saint Mary's University is a private nonprofit institution. Graduates earn a median of $72,379 within ten years.
6 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NE, Post-MSN-Cert
Santa Monica College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,156, Santa Monica College in Santa Monica, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 37% graduation rate.
ADN Program Available
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California Career College
California Career College is a smaller private for-profit institution in Canoga Park, California with about 190 students. Graduates earn a median of $51,684 within ten years.
ADN Program Available
Pasadena City College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,180, Pasadena City College in Pasadena, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $43,937 within ten years.
2 Nursing Programs Available
ADN, LPN
Cypress College
With annual in-state tuition at $1,150, Cypress College in Cypress, California is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $43,533 within ten years.
ADN Program Available
University of California-Irvine
University of California-Irvine in Irvine, California is a public institution with a 86% graduation rate and over 37,297 students. It offers 6 nursing programs across various degree levels.
6 Nursing Programs Available
ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NE, PhD
| # | School Name | Location | In-State | Completion Rate | Programs | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | $8,728 | 78.1% | 5 | |
| 2 | San Jose State University | San Jose, CA | $8,410 | 66.2% | 7 | |
| 3 | Shasta College | Redding, CA | $1,197 | 23.3% | 1 | |
| 4 | Santa Ana College | Santa Ana, CA | $1,180 | 30.9% | 1 | |
| 5 | Rio Hondo College | Whittier, CA | $1,388 | 24.5% | 1 | |
| 6 | Angeles College | Los Angeles, CA | 92.5% | 1 | ||
| 7 | University of California-Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | $15,203 | 92.6% | 8 | |
| 8 | Pacific Union College | Angwin, CA | $37,173 | 48.8% | 3 | |
| 9 | De Anza College | Cupertino, CA | $1,571 | 67.2% | 1 | |
| 10 | University of San Francisco | San Francisco, CA | $60,492 | 72.8% | 15 | |
| 11 | Stanbridge University | Irvine, CA | 62.1% | 7 | ||
| 12 | Unitek College | Fremont, CA | 74.1% | 3 | ||
| 13 | Sonoma State University | Rohnert Park, CA | $8,624 | 60.1% | 7 | |
| 14 | Moorpark College | Moorpark, CA | $1,426 | 43.5% | 1 | |
| 15 | Point Loma Nazarene University | San Diego, CA | $46,250 | 74.8% | 10 | |
| 16 | Ventura College | Ventura, CA | $1,426 | 40.8% | 1 | |
| 17 | Saddleback College | Mission Viejo, CA | $1,156 | 44.4% | 2 | |
| 18 | California Baptist University | Riverside, CA | $41,228 | 61.2% | 8 | |
| 19 | Modesto Junior College | Modesto, CA | $1,282 | 29.8% | 1 | |
| 20 | Mount Saint Mary's University | Los Angeles, CA | $49,564 | 56.7% | 6 | |
| 21 | Santa Monica College | Santa Monica, CA | $1,156 | 36.9% | 1 | |
| 22 | California Career College | Canoga Park, CA | 100% | 1 | ||
| 23 | Pasadena City College | Pasadena, CA | $1,180 | 41.1% | 2 | |
| 24 | Cypress College | Cypress, CA | $1,150 | 37.3% | 1 | |
| 25 | University of California-Irvine | Irvine, CA | $15,722 | 86.3% | 6 |