Best Nursing Programs in Idaho (2026)
Compare 153 accredited nursing programs across 36 schools in Idaho. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
153
Programs
36
Schools
$76,610
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 Idaho
Idaho offers 153 accredited nursing programs across 36 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Idaho earn an average of $76,610 per year, with 9.6% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Idaho participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), allowing RNs licensed in the state to practice across all compact member states without additional licensure. All nursing graduates must pass the NCLEX exam to obtain licensure.
Tuition for nursing programs in Idaho 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 $76,610, 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 Idaho
36 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 4 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| Aspen University | 2 | 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 |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| George Washington University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Phoenix | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Gonzaga University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Drexel University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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