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Best Nursing Schools in Nevada (2026)

Nevada has 43 nursing programs across 6 cities. 10 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 94%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

43
Total programs
6
Program types
94%
Avg NCLEX rate
10
With NCLEX data

Top BSN Programs in Nevada 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 Nevada by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

Nursing Programs in Nevada by Type

Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Nevada

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

Truckee Meadows Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,144 in / $11,243 out
Truckee Meadows Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,144 in / $11,243 out
Great Basin College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,855 in / $13,448 out
Great Basin College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,855 in / $13,448 out
Great Basin College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.BSN
$3,855 in / $13,448 out
Western Nevada College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$3,920 in / $12,019 out
Western Nevada College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$3,920 in / $12,019 out
College of Southern Nevada
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$4,110 in / $12,209 out
College of Southern Nevada
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$4,110 in / $12,209 out
Nevada State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.BSN
$6,368 in / $20,449 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Nevada?

There are 43 nursing programs in Nevada, spanning 6 ADN, 10 BSN, 3 ABSN, 3 RN to BSN, 4 MSN, 10 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Nevada?

Based on 10 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Nevada is 94%. The highest rate is 100% at Great Basin College.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Nevada?

The most affordable option is Truckee Meadows Community College (ADN) at $3,144 in / $11,243 out.

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