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Best ADN Programs in Kentucky (2026)

Kentucky has 33 ADN programs across 23 cities. 33 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 82%.

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Top ADN Programs in Kentucky by NCLEX Pass Rate

Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.

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Most Affordable ADN Programs in Kentucky

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.

Ashland Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Ashland, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Bowling Green, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Madisonville Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Madisonville, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Maysville Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Maysville, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Gateway Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Florence, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Somerset Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Somerset, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
West Kentucky Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Paducah, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Cumberland, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Big Sandy Community and Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Prestonsburg, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out
Madisonville Community College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • Madisonville, KY
$4,656 in / $6,192 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ADN programs are in Kentucky?

There are 33 ADN programs in Kentucky across 23 cities.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate for ADN programs in Kentucky?

Based on 33 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for ADN programs in Kentucky is 82%. The highest rate is 100% at Campbellsville University.

What is the cheapest ADN program in Kentucky?

The most affordable option is Ashland Community and Technical College at $4,656 in / $6,192 out.

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