Best Nursing Programs in Hawaii (2026)
Compare 152 accredited nursing programs across 36 schools in Hawaii. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
152
Programs
36
Schools
$106,530
Avg RN Salary
18 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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Programs by Degree Type
70
MSN Programs
22
DNP Programs
7
BSN Programs
1
ADN Programs
Nursing Education in Hawaii
Hawaii offers 152 accredited nursing programs across 36 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Hawaii earn an average of $106,530 per year, with 3.9% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 $106,530, 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 Hawaii
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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