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Best Nursing Schools in Virginia (2026)

Virginia has 206 nursing programs across 48 cities. 100 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 91%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

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206
Total programs
6
Program types
91%
Avg NCLEX rate
100
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Top BSN Programs in Virginia 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 Virginia by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

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Shenandoah University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Winchester, VA•$36,028
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Liberty University — Accelerated BSN
ABSN•Lynchburg, VA•$21,222
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Nursing Programs in Virginia by Type

ADN
37 programs
Avg NCLEX: 92%
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BSN
36 programs
Avg NCLEX: 89%
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ABSN
9 programs
Avg NCLEX: 90%
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RN to BSN
18 programs
Avg NCLEX: 91%
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MSN
23 programs
Avg NCLEX: 91%
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DNP
28 programs
Avg NCLEX: 91%
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Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Virginia

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

George Mason University
Accelerated BSN • ABSN
$433
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • MSN
$1,211
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • BSN
$2,884
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$2,884
New River Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,835 in / $10,837 out
New River Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,835 in / $10,837 out
Southside Virginia Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,848 in / $10,851 out
Danville Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,848 in / $10,851 out
Southside Virginia Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,848 in / $10,851 out
Danville Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,848 in / $10,851 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Virginia?

There are 206 nursing programs in Virginia, spanning 37 ADN, 36 BSN, 9 ABSN, 18 RN to BSN, 23 MSN, 28 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Virginia?

Based on 100 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Virginia is 91%. The highest rate is 100% at Virginia Western Community College.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Virginia?

The most affordable option is George Mason University (ABSN) at $433.

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