Best Nursing Programs in Alaska (2026)
Compare 152 accredited nursing programs across 36 schools in Alaska. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
152
Programs
36
Schools
$97,230
Avg RN Salary
18 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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70
MSN Programs
22
DNP Programs
7
BSN Programs
1
ADN Programs
Nursing Education in Alaska
Alaska offers 152 accredited nursing programs across 36 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Alaska earn an average of $97,230 per year, with 4.8% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Alaska does not currently participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses must obtain separate licensure for each state in which they wish to practice. All nursing graduates must pass the NCLEX exam to obtain licensure.
Tuition for nursing programs in Alaska starts at $13,500, with community college ADN programs generally offering the lowest cost pathway to an RN license. With an average RN salary of $97,230, even the most expensive programs typically deliver a strong return on investment within 2–4 years of graduation.
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Nursing Schools in Alaska
36 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 3 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| Aspen University | 3 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Maryville University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Michigan State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 5 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Texas at Arlington | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Walden University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Phoenix | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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