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Best Nursing Schools in New Jersey: 2026-2027 Rankings

Accredited nursing schools in New Jersey combine rigorous clinical preparation with strong student outcomes. Top programs like The College of New Jersey lead the state in NCLEX pass rates, affordability, and regional clinical placements. Ranked using the allnurses Quality Score across 12 federal data indicators.

1

A Ewing, NJ

The College of New Jersey in Ewing, New Jersey is a public institution ranked among the top 50 nursing schools. The acceptance rate is 62%.

5 Nursing Programs Offered

BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, Post-MSN-Cert

2

A- Ramsey, NJ

Ranked #40 nationally, Eastwick College-Ramsey is a private for-profit institution in Ramsey, New Jersey. It offers 2 nursing programs across various degree levels.

2 Nursing Programs Offered

ADN, CNA

3

A- Galloway, NJ

One of the top 50 nursing schools in the country, Stockton University is a public institution in Galloway, New Jersey. Total enrollment is about 8,631 students.

9 Nursing Programs Offered

BSN, BSN-DNP, Direct-Entry-MSN, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-AGNP, MSN-FNP, Post-MSN-Cert

4

A- Montclair, NJ

Montclair State University is a public institution in Montclair, New Jersey. It offers 3 nursing programs across various degree levels.

3 Nursing Programs Offered

BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP

5

A- Caldwell, NJ

Caldwell University is a private nonprofit institution in Caldwell, New Jersey. Graduates earn a median of $53,843 within ten years.

4 Nursing Programs Offered

ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP

6

A- Jersey City, NJ

Saint Peter's University is a private nonprofit institution in Jersey City, New Jersey. Graduates earn a median of $57,815 within ten years.

11 Nursing Programs Offered

ABSN, BSN, BSN-DNP, Direct-Entry-MSN, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-AGNP, MSN-FNP, PhD, Post-MSN-Cert

7

A- South Orange, NJ

Seton Hall University is a private nonprofit school in South Orange, New Jersey offering nursing education. It offers 9 nursing programs across various degree levels.

9 Nursing Programs Offered

BSN, BSN-DNP, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, MSN-PMHNP, PhD

8

A- Morristown, NJ

Saint Elizabeth University is a smaller private nonprofit institution in Morristown, New Jersey with about 871 students. Annual in-state tuition is $36,741.

5 Nursing Programs Offered

ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-PMHNP

9

A- Lakewood, NJ

Georgian Court University provides nursing education from its campus in Lakewood, New Jersey. Total enrollment is about 2,013 students.

Offering BSN Program

10

A- Blackwood, NJ

With annual in-state tuition at $4,416, Camden County College in Blackwood, New Jersey is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $41,212 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

11

A- Mount Laurel, NJ

Rowan College at Burlington County provides nursing education from its campus in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The school reports a 33% graduation rate.

Offering ADN Program

12

B+ Lodi, NJ

Felician University is a private nonprofit school in Lodi, New Jersey offering nursing education. The acceptance rate is 94%.

11 Nursing Programs Offered

ABSN, BSN, Direct-Entry-MSN, DNP, DNP-FNP, MSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-NL, MSN-PMHNP, PhD, Post-MSN-Cert

13

B+ Randolph, NJ

A public institution, County College of Morris serves students in Randolph, New Jersey. The school reports a 34% graduation rate.

Offering ADN Program

14

B+ Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey City University is a public institution in Jersey City, New Jersey. Annual in-state tuition is $14,460.

4 Nursing Programs Offered

ABSN, BSN, MSN, MSN-FNP

15
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B+ Carneys Point, NJ

Salem Community College is a smaller public institution in Carneys Point, New Jersey with about 1,135 students. Graduates earn a median of $38,020 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

16

B+ Lincroft, NJ

A public institution, Brookdale Community College serves students in Lincroft, New Jersey. Graduates earn a median of $44,379 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

17

B+ Paterson, NJ

A public institution, Passaic County Community College serves students in Paterson, New Jersey. Annual in-state tuition is $8,400.

Offering ADN Program

18

B+ Toms River, NJ

With annual in-state tuition at $5,218, Ocean County College in Toms River, New Jersey is among the more affordable public options in the region. Graduates earn a median of $45,210 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

19

B+ Mays Landing, NJ

Atlantic Cape Community College provides nursing education from its campus in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Annual in-state tuition is $7,568.

Offering ADN Program

20

B+ Jersey City, NJ

Eastern International College-Jersey City is a smaller private for-profit institution in Jersey City, New Jersey with about 495 students. It offers 2 nursing programs across various degree levels.

2 Nursing Programs Offered

ADN, BSN

21

B+ Branchburg, NJ

Raritan Valley Community College provides nursing education from its campus in Branchburg, New Jersey. Annual in-state tuition is $7,584.

Offering ADN Program

22

B+ Paramus, NJ

Bergen Community College is a public institution in Paramus, New Jersey. The school reports a 25% graduation rate.

Offering ADN Program

23

B+ West Windsor, NJ

Mercer County Community College is a public school in West Windsor, New Jersey offering nursing education. Graduates earn a median of $43,264 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

24

B+ Newark, NJ

Essex County College is a public institution in Newark, New Jersey. Graduates earn a median of $37,230 within ten years.

Offering ADN Program

25

B+ Washington, NJ

With annual in-state tuition at $5,760, Warren County Community College in Washington, New Jersey is among the more affordable public options in the region. Total enrollment is about 944 students.

Offering ADN Program

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