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Best Colleges for Professional Certificate
in Registered Nursing

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

30 Colleges
📍 Illinois
🎓 Professional Certificate

Showing 1–24 of 30 colleges in Illinois

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 73.5%
Annual cost
$59,467/yr
Grad earnings
$68,751
SAT avg
1,254
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Dec 15
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Lewis University
Romeoville, Illinois
🏢 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 72.7%
Annual cost
$45,843/yr
Grad earnings
$66,099
SAT avg
1,117
ACT mid
23
Rolling admissions — apply anytime
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North Park University
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 72.8%
Annual cost
$42,040/yr
Grad earnings
$59,572
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
23
Rolling admissions — apply anytime
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Professional Certificate in Registered Nursing in Illinois?
30 colleges and universities currently offer Professional Certificate programs in Registered Nursing in Illinois, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in Illinois?
Chamberlain University-Illinois leads with median graduate earnings of $92,405 ten years after enrollment for Professional Certificate graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in Illinois have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Chamberlain University-Illinois, Lewis University, University of St Francis, Illinois 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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