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Best ADN Programs in North Carolina (2026)

North Carolina has 59 ADN programs across 58 cities. 56 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 95%.

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Top ADN Programs in North Carolina by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

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Most Affordable ADN Programs in North Carolina

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.

Vance-Granville Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Henderson, NC
$1,956 in / $6,564 out
McDowell Technical Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Marion, NC
$1,958 in / $6,566 out
Rockingham Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Wentworth, NC
$1,966 in / $6,574 out
Pitt Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Winterville, NC
$1,972 in / $6,580 out
Davidson-Davie Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Thomasville, NC
$1,978 in / $6,586 out
Durham Technical Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Durham, NC
$1,986 in / $6,594 out
South Piedmont Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Polkton, NC
$2,022 in / $6,630 out
Craven Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • New Bern, NC
$2,022 in / $6,630 out
Isothermal Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Spindale, NC
$2,030 in / $6,638 out
Sandhills Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Pinehurst, NC
$2,040 in / $6,598 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ADN programs are in North Carolina?

There are 59 ADN programs in North Carolina across 58 cities.

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

Based on 56 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for ADN programs in North Carolina is 95%. The highest rate is 100% at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College.

What is the cheapest ADN program in North Carolina?

The most affordable option is Vance-Granville Community College at $1,956 in / $6,564 out.

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