Best Nursing Programs in Missouri (2026)
Compare 162 accredited nursing programs across 39 schools in Missouri. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
162
Programs
39
Schools
$69,310
Avg RN Salary
11 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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65
MSN Programs
22
DNP Programs
8
BSN Programs
3
ADN Programs
2
LPN Programs
Nursing Education in Missouri
Missouri offers 162 accredited nursing programs across 39 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Missouri earn an average of $69,310 per year, with 5.3% job growth projected through 2032. 96 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Missouri 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 Missouri 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 $69,310, 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 Missouri
39 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concorde Career College | 2 | ADNLPN | 75.5% | View |
| Rasmussen University | 3 | ADNBSNLPN | 80.8% | 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 | 3 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Phoenix | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 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 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Michigan State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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