#1
Auburn University
A top-ten nursing school, Auburn University is a public institution in Auburn, Alabama ranked #8 nationally. Total enrollment is about 34,100 students.
2026 Nursing Schools in Alabama Rankings
Accredited nursing schools in Alabama, ranked by the allnurses School Score — a 100-point composite of 12 federal-data indicators including NCLEX pass rate, graduation rate, affordability, and student outcomes.
#2
University of Alabama in Huntsville
University of Alabama in Huntsville in Huntsville, Alabama is a public institution ranked among the top 50 nursing schools. The acceptance rate is 69%.
#3
Samford University
Ranked #42 nationally, Samford University is a private nonprofit institution in Birmingham, Alabama. Annual in-state tuition is $40,150.
#4
Snead State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,278, Snead State Community College in Boaz, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 49% graduation rate.
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Northeast Alabama Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,040, Northeast Alabama Community College in Rainsville, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 3,208 students.
#6
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Based in Birmingham, Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public institution. Graduates earn a median of $54,501 within ten years.
#7
University of South Alabama
Based in Mobile, Alabama, University of South Alabama is a public institution. Graduates earn a median of $49,379 within ten years.
#8
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Chattahoochee Valley Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,100, Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Phenix City, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 1,705 students.
#9
University of North Alabama
University of North Alabama provides nursing education from its campus in Florence, Alabama. Total enrollment is about 10,200 students.
#10
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George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
With annual in-state tuition at $5,220, George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville in Hanceville, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 50% graduation rate.
#11
University of West Alabama
University of West Alabama is a public institution in Livingston, Alabama. Graduates earn a median of $44,232 within ten years.
#12
University of Mobile
University of Mobile is a smaller private nonprofit institution in Mobile, Alabama with about 1,545 students. It offers 8 nursing programs across various degree levels.
#13
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George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
With annual in-state tuition at $4,980, George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in Dothan, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $31,399 within ten years.
#14
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Gadsden State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $4,272, Gadsden State Community College in Gadsden, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 5,071 students.
#15
Jefferson State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,100, Jefferson State Community College in Birmingham, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $40,719 within ten years.
#16
Southern Union State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,040, Southern Union State Community College in Wadley, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $36,597 within ten years.
#17
Coastal Alabama Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,040, Coastal Alabama Community College in Bay Minette, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 29% graduation rate.
#18
Troy University
A public institution, Troy University serves students in Troy, Alabama. Annual in-state tuition is $10,176.
#19
Auburn University at Montgomery
Auburn University at Montgomery is a public institution in Montgomery, Alabama. The school reports a 34% graduation rate.
#20
Jacksonville State University
Based in Jacksonville, Alabama, Jacksonville State University is a public institution. Annual in-state tuition is $12,894.
#21
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Bevill State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $4,734, Bevill State Community College in Jasper, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $34,107 within ten years.
#22
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Central Alabama Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,110, Central Alabama Community College in Alexander City, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 2,140 students.
#23
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Lurleen B Wallace Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,190, Lurleen B Wallace Community College in Andalusia, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. The school reports a 42% graduation rate.
#24
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Lawson State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,040, Lawson State Community College in Birmingham, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 3,453 students.
#25
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Shelton State Community College
With annual in-state tuition at $5,127, Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $35,014 within ten years.