Best Nursing Programs in Ohio (2026)
Compare 174 accredited nursing programs across 38 schools in Ohio. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
174
Programs
38
Schools
$73,400
Avg RN Salary
15 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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59
MSN Programs
24
DNP Programs
16
BSN Programs
1
ADN Programs
Nursing Education in Ohio
Ohio offers 174 accredited nursing programs across 38 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Ohio earn an average of $73,400 per year, with 5% job growth projected through 2032. 92 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Ohio 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 Ohio 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 $73,400, 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 Ohio
38 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galen College of Nursing | 1 | BSN | 85.3% | View |
| Case Western Reserve University | 5 | BSNDNPMSN | 95.0% | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 6 | BSNDNPMSN | 95.1% | View |
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Aspen University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 6 | BSNDNPMSN | 79.8% | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| Herzing University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Ohio State University | 4 | BSNDNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Sacred Heart University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Simmons University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Texas at Arlington | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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