2024 - Best Nursing Schools In Tucson, Arizona

2024 Best Nursing Schools in Tucson, Arizona

Research and compare nursing programs in Tucson, Arizona.

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

Compare Tucson Nursing Schools

Compare Arizona Nursing Schools	ADN	BSN
Number of Nursing Programs	2	2
Average NCLEX Passing Rate	91.39%	91.69%
NCLEX Passing Rate Range	88.29% to 94.48%	91.67% to 91.71%

In total the state of Arizona offers 39 nursing schools consisting of 16 private schools which generally will be more expensive than the 22 public schools which will have lower in-state tuition costs.

Within the the city of Tucson there are 6 nursing schools with 4 private and 2 public schools in Tucson to choose from.

Whether you are looking for an entry level or advance nursing degree, Tucson offer 10 nursing degree levels including: Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree, Accelerated MSN, BSN to DNP, BSN to PhD, Certificate, Master Degree, MSN to DNP, Post Master's NP Certificate and RN to BSN.

To meet the diverse needs of Tucson healthcare needs, nursing programs in Tucson offer 6 nursing degrees to specialize in, including Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Practical Nursing, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing.

Options for earning your nursing in Tucson have never been more flexible. Tucson 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 Arizona including Campus and Online.

Ranking Methodology

To create our rankings, we evaluated 2 ADN degree programs and 2 BSN degree programs in Tucson. 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 Tucson to provide our city rankings. View our methodology.

University of Arizona

1401 E University, Tucson, AZ - 85721-0066
((52) 0) -621-2211

The College of Nursing of the University of Arizona ranks among the best in the state because of its exceptional NCLEX pass rates, variety of degrees offered, and alumni employment status. The University of Arizona College of Nursing has a plethora of programs and approaches to prepare competent nurse leaders

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Programs: Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing
Offered As: Campus and Online
State Rank BSN: 4
National Rank BSN: 139
Average NCLEX Passing Rate (BSN): 93.24%

Program Accreditors:
State RANK ADN: N/A
National Rank ADN: N/A
Average NCLEX Passing Rate (ADN): N/A

PIMA Medical Institute-Tucson

2121 N Craycroft Road, Bldg 1, Tucson, AZ - 85712
((52) 0) -326-1600

The nursing at PIMA Medical Institute, Tucson provides the in-demand, hands-on education that employers expect, and which are needed to become the best healthcare professionals. The Tucson campus houses large classrooms, spacious study areas, high-quality labs, and training facilities to teach students all they need to know about nursing. The

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Programs: Registered Nursing
Offered As: Campus and Online
State Rank BSN: 5
National Rank BSN: 143
Average NCLEX Passing Rate (BSN): 91.98%

Program Accreditors:
State RANK ADN: 2
National Rank ADN: 115
Average NCLEX Passing Rate (ADN): 90.76%

Arizona has 15 cities that offer accredited nursing schools. If Tucson does not offer the nursing program you are looking for, you can take advantage of Arizona's in-state nursing school tuition in these other cities: Avondale, Chandler, Coolidge, Flagstaff, Holbrook, Kingman, Mesa, Phoenix, Prescott, Scottsdale, Tempe and Tucson.

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2024 - Best Nursing Schools in Tucson, AZ