Best Nursing Schools in Oklahoma (2026)
Oklahoma has 108 nursing programs across 42 cities. 67 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 90%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.
Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team
108
Total programs
6
Program types
90%
Avg NCLEX rate
67
With NCLEX data
Top BSN Programs in Oklahoma 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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Northwestern Oklahoma State University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Alva, OK•$5,970 in / $11,664 out
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University of Central Oklahoma — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Edmond, OK•$8,522 in / $19,409 out
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Southwestern Oklahoma State University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Weatherford, OK•$8,295 in / $8,325 out
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Rogers State University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Claremore, OK•$7,392 in / $15,176 out
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University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Oklahoma City, OK•$7,763 in / $25,033 out
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University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Norman, OK•$9,595 in / $26,665 out
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East Central University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Ada, OK•$8,032 in / $17,542 out
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Oklahoma City University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Oklahoma City, OK•$33,586
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Langston University — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
BSN•Langston, OK•$6,728 in / $14,255 out
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Top ADN, ABSN, MSN & DNP Programs in Oklahoma by NCLEX Pass Rate
Non-BSN programs ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.
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Northern Oklahoma College — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
ADN•Tonkawa, OK•$5,061 in / $11,826 out
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Northwestern Oklahoma State University — RN to BSN
RN_TO_BSN•Alva, OK•$5,970 in / $11,664 out
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Redlands Community College — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
ADN•El Reno, OK•$5,385 in / $7,951 out
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Rose State College — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
ADN•Midwest City, OK•$5,032 in / $11,409 out
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Mid-Del Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Midwest City, OK•$4,990
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Central Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Drumright, OK•$4,300
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High Plains Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Woodward, OK•$6,000
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Western Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Burns Flat, OK•$3,850
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Pioneer Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Ponca City, OK•$1,850
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University of Central Oklahoma — RN to BSN
RN_TO_BSN•Edmond, OK•$8,522 in / $19,409 out
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University of Central Oklahoma — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Edmond, OK•$8,522 in / $19,409 out
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Francis Tuttle Technology Center — Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
CERT•Oklahoma City, OK•$1,320
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Murray State College — Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
ADN•Tishomingo, OK•$6,630 in / $10,830 out
Nursing Programs in Oklahoma by Type
Nursing Programs in Oklahoma by City
Drill into city-level rankings. Showing cities with at least 3 programs.
Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Oklahoma
Sorted by lowest available tuition figure (total program or annual in-state).
Mid-America Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$1,000
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$1,320
Meridian Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$1,800
Chisholm Trail Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$1,800
Northwest Technology Center-Alva
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$1,920
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,100
Northeast Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,350
Red River Technology Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,385
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing schools are in Oklahoma?
There are 108 nursing programs in Oklahoma, spanning 19 ADN, 20 BSN, 2 ABSN, 8 RN to BSN, 11 MSN, 13 DNP programs.
What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Oklahoma?
Based on 67 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Oklahoma is 90%. The highest rate is 100% at Northern Oklahoma College.
What is the cheapest nursing school in Oklahoma?
The most affordable option is Mid-America Technology Center (CERT) at $1,000.
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