Best Nursing Programs in Oregon (2026)
Compare 158 accredited nursing programs across 39 schools in Oregon. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
158
Programs
39
Schools
$98,630
Avg RN Salary
11 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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Programs by Degree Type
66
MSN Programs
23
DNP Programs
8
BSN Programs
2
ADN Programs
1
LPN Programs
Nursing Education in Oregon
Oregon offers 158 accredited nursing programs across 39 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Oregon earn an average of $98,630 per year, with 7.3% job growth projected through 2032. 97 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Oregon 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.
Tuition for nursing programs in Oregon 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 $98,630, 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 Oregon
39 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concorde Career College | 2 | ADNLPN | 75.5% | View |
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 4 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Aspen University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| Oregon Health & Science University | 3 | BSNDNPMSN | N/A | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| University of Michigan — Flint | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Arizona State University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Grand Canyon University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Gonzaga University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Walden University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Texas at Arlington | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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