Best Nursing Programs in Maine (2026)
Compare 154 accredited nursing programs across 37 schools in Maine. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
154
Programs
37
Schools
$74,690
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 Maine
Maine offers 154 accredited nursing programs across 37 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Maine earn an average of $74,690 per year, with 4.1% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Maine 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 Maine 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 $74,690, 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 Maine
37 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 |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Aspen University | 3 | 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 |
| Drexel University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 5 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Maryville University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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