Best Nursing Programs in Montana (2026)
Compare 153 accredited nursing programs across 36 schools in Montana. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
153
Programs
36
Schools
$73,840
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 Montana
Montana offers 153 accredited nursing programs across 36 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Montana earn an average of $73,840 per year, with 6.2% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Montana 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. Continuing education requirements include 24 hours per renewal cycle (2 years).
Tuition for nursing programs in Montana 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 $73,840, 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 Montana
36 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 |
| Aspen University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| National University | 4 | 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 |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| George Washington University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Phoenix | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Gonzaga University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Drexel University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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