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Best Nursing Schools in Hawaii (2026)

Hawaii has 25 nursing programs across 4 cities. 9 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 92%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

25
Total programs
5
Program types
92%
Avg NCLEX rate
9
With NCLEX data

Top BSN Programs in Hawaii by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

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

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

Nursing Programs in Hawaii by Type

ADN
4 programs
Avg NCLEX: 96%
BSN
4 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%
RN to BSN
3 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%
MSN
2 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%
DNP
7 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%

Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Hawaii

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

Hawaii Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,204 in / $8,340 out
Hawaii Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,204 in / $8,340 out
Kauai Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,252 in / $8,388 out
Kauai Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,252 in / $8,388 out
Kapiolani Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,284 in / $8,420 out
University of Hawaii Maui College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,284 in / $8,420 out
Kapiolani Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,284 in / $8,420 out
University of Hawaii Maui College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,284 in / $8,420 out
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.BSN
$7,838 in / $20,798 out
University of Hawaii at Hilo
RN to BSNRN_TO_BSN
$7,838 in / $20,798 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Hawaii?

There are 25 nursing programs in Hawaii, spanning 4 ADN, 4 BSN, 3 RN to BSN, 2 MSN, 7 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Hawaii?

Based on 9 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Hawaii is 92%. The highest rate is 100% at Kauai Community College.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Hawaii?

The most affordable option is Hawaii Community College (ADN) at $3,204 in / $8,340 out.

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