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Best Nursing Schools in Indiana (2026)

Indiana has 137 nursing programs across 24 cities. 40 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 89%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

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Total programs
6
Program types
89%
Avg NCLEX rate
40
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Top BSN Programs in Indiana 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 Indiana by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

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Indiana University-Northwest — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Gary, IN•$8,179 in / $22,043 out
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University of Indianapolis — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Indianapolis, IN•$36,136
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Ball State University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Muncie, IN•$10,758 in / $28,766 out
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Indiana University-Indianapolis — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Indianapolis, IN•$10,449 in / $33,717 out
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Marian University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Indianapolis, IN•$945
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Purdue University Northwest — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Hammond, IN•$8,419 in / $15,620 out
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Indiana State University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Terre Haute, IN•$9,992 in / $21,734 out
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Indiana University-Kokomo — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Kokomo, IN•$8,179 in / $22,043 out
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Anderson University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Anderson, IN•$35,640

Nursing Programs in Indiana by Type

ADN
7 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%
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BSN
32 programs
Avg NCLEX: 89%
View BSN in Indiana→All states
ABSN
12 programs
Avg NCLEX: 89%
View ABSN in Indiana→All states
RN to BSN
19 programs
View RN to BSN in Indiana→All states
MSN
23 programs
View MSN in Indiana→All states
DNP
37 programs
View DNP in Indiana→All states

Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Indiana

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

Marian University
Accelerated BSN • ABSN
$945
Ivy Tech Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,912 in / $9,465 out
Ivy Tech Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,912 in / $9,465 out
American College of Education
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • BSN
$6,240
Purdue University Northwest
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • DNP
$6,430 in / $11,585 out
Purdue University Northwest
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • MSN
$6,430 in / $11,585 out
Purdue University Northwest
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • DNP
$6,430 in / $11,585 out
American College of Education
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • DNP
$6,600
American College of Education
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • MSN
$6,600
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • MSN
$6,846 in / $15,497 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Indiana?

There are 137 nursing programs in Indiana, spanning 7 ADN, 32 BSN, 12 ABSN, 19 RN to BSN, 23 MSN, 37 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Indiana?

Based on 40 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Indiana is 89%. The highest rate is 100% at University of Evansville.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Indiana?

The most affordable option is Marian University (ABSN) at $945.

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