Best Nursing Programs in Michigan (2026)
Compare 159 accredited nursing programs across 37 schools in Michigan. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
159
Programs
37
Schools
$77,080
Avg RN Salary
18 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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68
MSN Programs
22
DNP Programs
9
BSN Programs
1
ADN Programs
Nursing Education in Michigan
Michigan offers 159 accredited nursing programs across 37 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Michigan earn an average of $77,080 per year, with 5.6% job growth projected through 2032. 98 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Michigan 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. Continuing education requirements include 25 hours per renewal cycle (2 years).
Tuition for nursing programs in Michigan 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 $77,080, 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 Michigan
37 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 |
| 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 |
| Michigan State University | 4 | BSNDNPMSN | 89.9% | View |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 4 | BSNDNPMSN | 93.0% | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Maryville University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Simmons University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Texas at Arlington | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 5 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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