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Best Nursing Schools in Oregon (2026)

Oregon has 60 nursing programs across 18 cities. 35 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 91%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team
60
Total programs
6
Program types
91%
Avg NCLEX rate
35
With NCLEX data

Top BSN Programs in Oregon 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 Oregon by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

4
Linfield UniversityAccelerated BSN
ABSNPortland, OR$49,530
9
Oregon Health & Science UniversityRN to BSN
RN_TO_BSNPortland, OR$60,000

Nursing Programs in Oregon by Type

ADN
21 programs
Avg NCLEX: 91%
BSN
7 programs
Avg NCLEX: 88%
ABSN
2 programs
Avg NCLEX: 95%
RN to BSN
2 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%
MSN
4 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%
DNP
5 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%

Nursing Programs in Oregon by City

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

Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Oregon

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

Clatsop Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$4,575 in / $8,607 out
Clatsop Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$4,575 in / $8,607 out
Klamath Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$4,857 in / $7,809 out
Klamath Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$4,857 in / $7,809 out
Central Oregon Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.ADN
$4,941 in / $13,185 out
Central Oregon Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$4,941 in / $13,185 out
Central Oregon Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$4,941 in / $13,185 out
Portland Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.ADN
$5,040 in / $10,080 out
Portland Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.CERT
$5,040 in / $10,080 out
Portland Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.CERT
$5,040 in / $10,080 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Oregon?

There are 60 nursing programs in Oregon, spanning 21 ADN, 7 BSN, 2 ABSN, 2 RN to BSN, 4 MSN, 5 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Oregon?

Based on 35 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Oregon is 91%. The highest rate is 100% at Bushnell University.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Oregon?

The most affordable option is Clatsop Community College (CERT) at $4,575 in / $8,607 out.

Compare Oregon with Nearby States

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