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

Showing 577–600 of 649 colleges

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, Louisiana
πŸ› Public Match ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 67.6%
Annual cost
$21,168/yr
Grad earnings
$46,453
SAT avg
1,080
ACT mid
22
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $20
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Marshall University
Huntington, West Virginia
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 96.5%
Annual cost
$21,299/yr
Grad earnings
$46,354
SAT avg
1,051
ACT mid
22
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $40
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Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, Colorado
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 81.4%
Annual cost
$22,883/yr
Grad earnings
$45,823
SAT avg
1,070
ACT mid
23
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $40
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Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 78.1%
Annual cost
$22,265/yr
Grad earnings
$45,795
SAT avg
1,089
ACT mid
21
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $50
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Idaho State University
Pocatello, Idaho
πŸ› Public Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
$21,084/yr
Grad earnings
$45,608
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?
Southeastern Louisiana University leads with median graduate earnings of $46,482 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 McNeese State University, Marshall University, University of Central Arkansas, Colorado Mesa University. 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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