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Best Colleges for First Professional Degree
in Registered Nursing

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

25 Colleges
📍 Massachusetts
🎓 First Professional Degree

Showing 1–24 of 25 colleges in Massachusetts

Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.7%
Annual cost
$81,353/yr
Grad earnings
$92,538
SAT avg
1,505
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Feb 1 Fee $75
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Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.7%
Annual cost
$81,353/yr
Grad earnings
$92,538
SAT avg
1,505
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $75
View college details
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.7%
Annual cost
$81,353/yr
Grad earnings
$92,538
SAT avg
1,505
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Feb 15 Fee $75
View college details
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.7%
Annual cost
$81,353/yr
Grad earnings
$92,538
SAT avg
1,505
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Apr 1 Fee $75
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Simmons University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 66%
Annual cost
$63,512/yr
Grad earnings
$63,494
SAT avg
1,332
ACT mid
29
Apply by Feb 1 Decision Mar 15
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Simmons University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 66%
Annual cost
$63,512/yr
Grad earnings
$63,494
SAT avg
1,332
ACT mid
29
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15
View college details
Simmons University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 66%
Annual cost
$63,512/yr
Grad earnings
$63,494
SAT avg
1,332
ACT mid
29
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Jan 15
View college details
Simmons University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 66%
Annual cost
$63,512/yr
Grad earnings
$63,494
SAT avg
1,332
ACT mid
29
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Feb 15
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Regis College
Weston, Massachusetts
🏢 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 89.3%
Annual cost
$64,315/yr
Grad earnings
$52,873
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytime
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer First Professional Degree in Registered Nursing in Massachusetts?
25 colleges and universities currently offer First Professional Degree programs in Registered Nursing in Massachusetts, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in Massachusetts?
Northeastern University leads with median graduate earnings of $92,538 ten years after enrollment for First Professional Degree graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in Massachusetts have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Northeastern University Professional Programs, Northeastern University Professional Programs, Northeastern University Professional Programs, Northeastern University Professional Programs. 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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