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Best Nursing Schools in Arizona (2026)

Arizona has 108 nursing programs across 17 cities. 50 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 92%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

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Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team
108
Total programs
6
Program types
92%
Avg NCLEX rate
50
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Top BSN Programs in Arizona by NCLEX Pass Rate

Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate. Data sourced from state boards of nursing.

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Top ADN, ABSN, MSN & DNP Programs in Arizona by NCLEX Pass Rate

Non-BSN programs ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.

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Nursing Programs in Arizona by Type

ADN
25 programs
Avg NCLEX: 96%
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BSN
15 programs
Avg NCLEX: 89%
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ABSN
4 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%
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RN to BSN
5 programs
Avg NCLEX: 82%
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MSN
11 programs
Avg NCLEX: 86%
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DNP
15 programs
Avg NCLEX: 87%
View DNP in Arizona→All states

Nursing Programs in Arizona by City

Drill into city-level rankings. Showing cities with at least 3 programs.

Phoenix (37)Tucson (16)Flagstaff (10)Mesa (8)Tempe (6)Chandler (4)Glendale (4)Scottsdale (4)Coolidge (3)Sierra Vista (3)

Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Arizona

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure (total program or annual in-state).

Northern Arizona University
Accelerated BSN • ABSN
$979
Mohave Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$2,136 in / $7,248 out
Mohave Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,136 in / $7,248 out
Cochise County Community College District
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$2,232 in / $6,000 out
Cochise County Community College District
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,232 in / $6,000 out
Cochise County Community College District
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • CERT
$2,232 in / $6,000 out
Central Arizona College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$2,250 in / $4,500 out
Central Arizona College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,250 in / $4,500 out
Central Arizona College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • CERT
$2,250 in / $4,500 out
Eastern Arizona College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$2,352 in / $9,552 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Arizona?

There are 108 nursing programs in Arizona, spanning 25 ADN, 15 BSN, 4 ABSN, 5 RN to BSN, 11 MSN, 15 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Arizona?

Based on 50 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Arizona is 92%. The highest rate is 100% at Eastern Arizona College.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Arizona?

The most affordable option is Northern Arizona University (ABSN) at $979.

Compare Arizona with Nearby States

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Helpful Guides for Arizona Applicants

Background reading on admissions, program length, and costs.

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