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2025 - Best Nursing Schools in Independence, MO

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2025 Best Nursing Schools in Independence, Missouri

Research and compare nursing programs in Independence, Missouri.

We can help you find the best nursing schools located in the city of Independence, the state of Missouri, across the nation, and offered online.

Compare Independence Nursing Schools

Compare Missouri Nursing Schools ADN BSN
Number of Nursing Programs 0 1
Average NCLEX Passing Rate 77.64% N/A%
NCLEX Passing Rate Range N/A% to N/A% N/A% to N/A%

 

In total the state of Missouri offers 59 nursing schools consisting of 8 private schools which generally will be more expensive than the 23 public schools which will have lower in-state tuition costs.

Within the the city of Independence there are 1 nursing schools with 1 private and 0 public schools in Independence to choose from.

Whether you are looking for an entry level or advance nursing degree, Independence offer 1 nursing degree levels including: Bachelor Degree.

To meet the diverse needs of Independence healthcare needs, nursing programs in Independence offer 1 nursing degrees to specialize in, including Registered Nursing.

Options for earning your nursing in Independence have never been more flexible. Independence nursing programs have become adept at offering effective alternatives for you to earn your nursing degree, no matter your life situation or schedule. You will find 2 different paths to earn your nursing degree in Missouri including Campus and Online.

Ranking Methodology

To create our rankings, we evaluated ADN degree programs and BSN degree programs in Independence. We obtained each institution’s first-time NCLEX-RN passing rates, the number of students taking the test, the program nursing accreditation and more. We then compared the results against other nursing programs in Independence to provide our city rankings. View our methodology.

National American University

  • 3620 South Arrowhead Avenue, Independence, MO - 64057-1791
  • (816) 412-7700

  • Programs: Registered Nursing
  • Offered As: Campus and Online
  • State Rank BSN: N/A
  • National Rank BSN: N/A
  • Average NCLEX Passing Rate (BSN): N/A
  • Program Accreditors:
  • State RANK ADN: N/A
  • National Rank ADN: N/A
  • Average NCLEX Passing Rate (ADN): 80.06%

Missouri has 38 cities that offer accredited nursing schools. If Independence does not offer the nursing program you are looking for, you can take advantage of Missouri's in-state nursing school tuition in these other cities: Bolivar, Cape Girardeau, Cottleville, Fayette, Hannibal, Independence, Joplin, Kansas City, Kirksville, Lee's Summit, Liberty, Maryville, Moberly, Park Hills, Parkville, Point Lookout, Poplar Bluff, Saint Joseph, Saint Louis, Saint Peters, Sedalia, Springfield, St. Louis, Union, Warrensburg and West Plains.

Nursing Programs in Missouri

  • Avila University
  • Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing
  • Central Methodist University
  • Central Methodist University
  • Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies
  • Chamberlain College of Nursing
  • College of the Ozarks
  • Columbia College
  • Concorde Career College
  • Cox College
  • Culver-Stockton College
  • Drury University
  • East Central College-Union
  • Evangel University
  • Fontbonne University
  • Hannibal La-Grange University
  • Jefferson College
  • Lincoln University
  • Lindenwood University
  • Maryville University of Saint Louis
  • Mercy College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Southwest Baptist University)
  • Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City
  • Mineral Area College
  • Missouri Baptist University
  • Missouri Southern State University
  • Missouri State University-Springfield
  • Missouri State University-West Plains
  • Missouri Valley College
  • Missouri Western State University
  • Moberly Area Community College
  • National American University
  • National American University-Lee’s Summit
  • National American University-Zona Rosa
  • North Central Missouri College-Trenton
  • Northwest Missouri State University
  • Ozarks Technical Community College
  • Park University
  • Research College of Nursing
  • Rockhurst University
  • Saint Louis University
  • Saint Louis University
  • Sanford-Brown College-St Peters
  • Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences
  • Southeast Missouri State University
  • St Charles Community College
  • St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton
  • St Louis Community College-St Louis
  • St Luke's College of Nursing
  • State Fair Community College
  • Texas County Technical Institute
  • Three Rivers Community College-Poplar Bluff
  • Truman State University
  • University of Central Missouri
  • University of Missouri-Columbia
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • University of Missouri-St Louis
  • Webster University
  • William Jewell College
  • William Woods University

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Sources: The State Board of Nursing from Each State, U.S. Department of Education: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education – OPE, National Center for Education Statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics

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      Charge Nurse$81,329
      Legal Nurse Consultant$82,000
      Travel Nurse$79,081
      Nurse Case Manager$77,455
      Certified Diabetes Nurse Educator$75,000
      Critical Care Nurse$75,660
      ER Nurse$75,660
      OBGYN Nurse$75,660
      Oncology Nurse$75,660
      Labor and Delivery Nurse$75,660
      Cardiac Nurse$75,660
      Geriatric Nursing$75,660
      Home Health Nurse$71,730
      Hospice Nurse$75,660
      Medical-Surgical Nurse$75,660

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