First Professional Degree   Louisiana

Best Colleges for First Professional Degree
in Registered Nursing

16 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

16 Colleges
📍 Louisiana
🎓 First Professional Degree

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McNeese State University
Lake Charles, Louisiana
🏛 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 — apply anytimeFee $20
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer First Professional Degree in Registered Nursing in Louisiana?
16 colleges and universities currently offer First Professional Degree programs in Registered Nursing in Louisiana, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in Louisiana?
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans leads with median graduate earnings of $78,495 ten years after enrollment for First Professional Degree graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in Louisiana have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Northwestern State University of Louisiana, McNeese State 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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