First Professional Degree   USA

Best Colleges for First Professional Degree
in Registered Nursing

649 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

649 Colleges
πŸ“ USA
πŸŽ“ First Professional Degree

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Lourdes University
Sylvania, Ohio
🏒 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 74.1%
Annual cost
$42,796/yr
Grad earnings
$48,150
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
20
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Coppin State University
Baltimore, Maryland
πŸ› Public Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 49.6%
Annual cost
$20,152/yr
Grad earnings
$46,490
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer First Professional Degree in Registered Nursing in USA?
649 colleges and universities currently offer First Professional Degree programs in Registered Nursing in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in USA?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro leads with median graduate earnings of $48,160 ten years after enrollment for First Professional Degree graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Lourdes University, University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Registered Nursing programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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