Best Nursing Programs in Indiana (2026)
Compare 165 accredited nursing programs across 40 schools in Indiana. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
165
Programs
40
Schools
$70,760
Avg RN Salary
11 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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Programs by Degree Type
62
MSN Programs
22
DNP Programs
11
BSN Programs
3
ADN Programs
2
LPN Programs
Nursing Education in Indiana
Indiana offers 165 accredited nursing programs across 40 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Indiana earn an average of $70,760 per year, with 5.8% job growth projected through 2032. 94 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Indiana 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 Indiana 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 $70,760, 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 Indiana
40 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona College of Nursing | 1 | BSN | 88.3% | View |
| Rasmussen University | 3 | ADNBSNLPN | 80.8% | View |
| Lincoln College of Technology | 2 | ADNLPN | 70.9% | View |
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 3 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Aspen University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Indiana State University | 5 | BSNMSN | 89.0% | 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 Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Maryville University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Michigan State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Texas at Arlington | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Walden University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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