Best Nursing Programs in New York (2026)
Compare 155 accredited nursing programs across 37 schools in New York. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
155
Programs
37
Schools
$98,560
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 New York
New York offers 155 accredited nursing programs across 37 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in New York earn an average of $98,560 per year, with 4.9% job growth projected through 2032. 100 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
New York 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 3 hours per renewal cycle (3 years).
Tuition for nursing programs in New York 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 $98,560, 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 New York
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 |
| Aspen University | 3 | 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 |
| 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 | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Liberty University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Maryville University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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