Best Nursing Programs in Maryland (2026)
Compare 167 accredited nursing programs across 40 schools in Maryland. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
167
Programs
40
Schools
$84,060
Avg RN Salary
11 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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Programs by Degree Type
61
MSN Programs
23
DNP Programs
13
BSN Programs
2
ADN Programs
1
LPN Programs
Nursing Education in Maryland
Maryland offers 167 accredited nursing programs across 40 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Maryland earn an average of $84,060 per year, with 6% job growth projected through 2032. 93 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Maryland 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 Maryland 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 $84,060, 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 Maryland
40 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | 4 | BSNDNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona College of Nursing | 1 | BSN | 88.3% | 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 | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 6 | BSNDNPMSN | 79.8% | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| University of Maryland — Baltimore | 3 | BSNDNPMSN | N/A | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Simmons University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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