Best Colorado Nursing Schools + Programs

This page provides you with a complete overview of available schools providing nursing degrees, programs & certificates in Colorado. Each school displays the location, school type, total enrolled students and nursing programs offered.

List of Colorado Nursing Schools and Programs

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, there are a total of 36 of Colorado nursing schools offering degrees, programs and certificates. The schools below list the following degrees and certificates including Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Practice, Family Practice Nursing, Nursing Science, Neonatal Nursing, Nursing Education, Adult Health Nursing and Public Health Nursing.

34 Schools

Adams State University

Alamosa, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Adams State University is located at 208 Edgemont Blvd Alamosa, CO and is a Public institution that awards Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree and Doctor's degree - research/scholarship. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 4,029 and a 14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Study Aboard
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$8,574 Tuition Public School Type 4,029 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Aims Community College

Greeley, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Aims Community College is located at 5401 W. 20th St. Greeley, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Small City, a student population of 7,107 and a 16:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$2,756 Tuition Public School Type 7,107 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

American Sentinel University

Aurora, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Nursing Administration
  • Nursing Education
  • Registered Nursing
American Sentinel University is located at 2260 South Xanadu Way Aurora, CO and is a Private institution that awards Bachelor's degree, Master's degree and Doctor's degree - professional practice. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 4,317 and a 20:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Career Counseling Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$9,315 Tuition Private School Type 4,317 Enrollment No Online Degree

Arapahoe Community College

Littleton, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Arapahoe Community College is located at 5900 S. Santa Fe Dr. Littleton, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Suburb City, a student population of 17,187 and a 20:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army, Air Force)
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,334 Tuition Public School Type 17,187 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Aspen University

Denver, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
  • Adult Health Nursing
  • Public Health Nursing
Aspen University is located at 720 S Colorado Blvd Ste 1150N Denver, CO and is a Private institution that awards Bachelor's degree and Doctor's degree - research/scholarship. Their campus setting is considered Suburb City, a student population of 2,816 and a 14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$3,750 Tuition Private School Type 2,816 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

College America-Denver

Denver, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
College America-Denver is located at 1385 S Colorado Blvd., 5th Floor Denver, CO and is a Private institution that awards and Bachelor's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 513 and a 15:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. *

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
$18,021 Tuition Private School Type 513 Enrollment No Online Degree

Colorado Christian University

Lakewood, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado Christian University is located at 8787 West Alameda Avenue Lakewood, CO and is a Private institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates, Bachelor's degree and Master's degree. Their campus setting is considered Midsize City, a student population of 8,443 and a 15:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army, Air Force)
  • Study Aboard
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$22,088 Tuition Private School Type 8,443 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
  • Nursing Practice
Colorado Mesa University is located at 1100 North Avenue Grand Junction, CO and is a Public institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates, Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree and Doctor's degree - professional practice. Their campus setting is considered Small City, a student population of 10,662 and a 22:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Study Aboard
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$7,474 Tuition Public School Type 10,662 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Colorado Mountain College

Glenwood Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado Mountain College is located at 802 Grand Ave. Glenwood Springs, CO and is a Public institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates and Bachelor's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 8,504 and a 13:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Study Aboard
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$4,016 Tuition Public School Type 8,504 Enrollment No Online Degree

Colorado Northwestern Community College

Rangely, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado Northwestern Community College is located at 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Rural, a student population of 1,729 and a 12:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,574 Tuition Public School Type 1,729 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Colorado State University-Pueblo

Pueblo, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado State University-Pueblo is located at 2200 Bonforte Blvd Pueblo, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Master's degree. Their campus setting is considered Midsize City, a student population of 14,976 and a 16:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army)
  • Study Aboard
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$8,282 Tuition Public School Type 14,976 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs is located at 4435 N Chestnut Street Colorado Springs, CO and is a Private institution that awards Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree and Doctor's degree - other. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 2,388 and a 11:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, Missouri State Board of Nursing.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$11,297 Tuition Private School Type 2,388 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Colorado Technical University-Online

Colorado Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Colorado Technical University-Online is located at 4435 N Chestnut, Suite E Colorado Springs, CO and is a Private institution that awards Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree and Doctor's degree - other. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 39,753 and a 31:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. *

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$11,656 Tuition Private School Type 39,753 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Community College of Denver

Denver, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Community College of Denver is located at 1111 W. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 14,822 and a 24:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army)
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$4,057 Tuition Public School Type 14,822 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Concorde Career College-Aurora

Aurora, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Concorde Career College-Aurora is located at 111 N. Havana Street Aurora, CO and is a Private institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 1,152 and a 23:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation, American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$0 Tuition Private School Type 1,152 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Front Range Community College

Westminster, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Front Range Community College is located at 3645 W 112th Ave Westminster, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Suburb City, a student population of 30,280 and a 19:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army, Air Force)
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,527 Tuition Public School Type 30,280 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Lamar Community College

Lamar, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Lamar Community College is located at 2401 S Main St Lamar, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 1,061 and a 22:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,546 Tuition Public School Type 1,061 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Denver, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Metropolitan State University of Denver is located at Speer Blvd and Colfax Ave Denver, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Master's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 26,574 and a 18:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation.

Student Services Offered:

  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army, Air Force)
  • Study Aboard
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Teacher Certification
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
  • Distance Education - Graduate
$6,420 Tuition Public School Type 26,574 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Morgan Community College

Fort Morgan, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Morgan Community College is located at 920 Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 2,440 and a 14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,536 Tuition Public School Type 2,440 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

National American University-Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
National American University-Colorado Springs is located at 1915 Jamboree Drive Suite 185 Colorado Springs, CO and is a Private institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates and Bachelor's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 408 and a 10:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. *

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • ROTC(Army)
  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$13,320 Tuition Private School Type 408 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

National American University-Colorado Springs South

Colorado Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
National American University-Colorado Springs South is located at 1079 Space Center Drive, Suite 140 Colorado Springs, CO and is a Private institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates and Bachelor's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 346 and a 11:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. *

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$13,320 Tuition Private School Type 346 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

National American University-Denver

Denver, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
National American University-Denver is located at 1325 S. Colorado Boulevard, Suite 100 Denver, CO and is a Private institution that awards 12-week to 1-year certificates and Bachelor's degree. Their campus setting is considered Large City, a student population of 317 and a 7:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. *

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$13,320 Tuition Private School Type 317 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Northeastern Junior College

Sterling, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Northeastern Junior College is located at 100 College Avenue Sterling, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 2,672 and a 21:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,708 Tuition Public School Type 2,672 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Otero Junior College

La Junta, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Otero Junior College is located at 1802 Colorado Ave La Junta, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Remote Town, a student population of 2,043 and a 17:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,413 Tuition Public School Type 2,043 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

Pikes Peak Community College

Colorado Springs, CO
PROGRAMS OFFERED
  • Registered Nursing
Pikes Peak Community College is located at 5675 S Academy Blvd Colorado Springs, CO and is a Public institution that awards and Associate's degree. Their campus setting is considered Suburb City, a student population of 19,934 and a 22:1 Student to Faculty Ratio. * This school is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Student Services Offered:

  • Remedial Services
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Services
  • Day Care Services

Special Learning Opportunities Include:

  • Weekend/Evening Only Option
  • Distance Education - Undergrad
$3,240 Tuition Public School Type 19,934 Enrollment Yes Online Degree

List of Colorado Nursing Schools

School Name Type Estimated Tuition
Adams State University Public $8,574
Aims Community College Public $2,756
American Sentinel University Private $9,315
Arapahoe Community College Public $3,334
Aspen University Private $3,750
College America, Denver Private $18,021
Colorado Christian University Private $22,088
Colorado Mesa University Public $7,474
Colorado Mountain College Public $4,016
Colorado Northwestern Community College Public $3,574
Colorado State University, Pueblo Public $8,282
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs Private $11,297
Colorado Technical University, Online Private $11,656
Community College of Denver Public $4,057
Concorde Career College, Aurora Private $0
Front Range Community College Public $3,527
Lamar Community College Public $3,546
Metropolitan State University of Denver Public $6,420
Morgan Community College Public $3,536
National American University, Colorado Springs Private $13,320
National American University, Colorado Springs South Private $13,320
National American University, Denver Private $13,320
Northeastern Junior College Public $3,708
Otero Junior College Public $3,413
Pikes Peak Community College Public $3,240
Platt College, Aurora Private $19,286
Pueblo Community College Public $6,761
Red Rocks Community College Public $3,429
Regis University Private $33,710
Trinidad State Junior College Public $3,531
University of Colorado Colorado Springs Public $7,692
University of Colorado Denver Public $8,692
University of Northern Colorado Public $8,166
University of Phoenix, Colorado Campus Private $10,708