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Best MSN Programs in California (2026)

California has 47 MSN programs across 29 cities. 28 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 91%.

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Top MSN Programs in California by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

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Most Affordable MSN Programs in California

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.

United States University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • San Diego, CA
$6,037
California State University-Los Angeles
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Los Angeles, CA
$8,252 in / $17,756 out
California State University-Fresno
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Fresno, CA
$8,414 in / $17,918 out
California State University-Long Beach
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Long Beach, CA
$8,442 in / $17,946 out
California State University-East Bay
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Hayward, CA
$8,489 in / $17,993 out
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Carson, CA
$8,498 in / $18,002 out
California State University-Fullerton
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Fullerton, CA
$8,507 in / $18,011 out
Concordia University-Irvine
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Irvine, CA
$8,730
San Francisco State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • San Francisco, CA
$8,858 in / $18,362 out
California State University-Sacramento
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Sacramento, CA
$9,036 in / $18,540 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSN programs are in California?

There are 47 MSN programs in California across 29 cities.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate for MSN programs in California?

Based on 28 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for MSN programs in California is 91%. The highest rate is 100% at Sonoma State University.

What is the cheapest MSN program in California?

The most affordable option is United States University at $6,037.

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