2024 Best Registered Nursing Schools in the Plains States Region
178
Colleges in the Plains States Region
25,853
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Ranked #3 in popularity,
registered nursing is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.
College Factual looked at 178 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Registered Nursing Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 25,853 degrees in registered nursing to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Choosing a Great Registered Nursing School
The registered nursing program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Registered Nursing rankings. For our Best Overall Registered Nursing School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.
Pick Your Registered Nursing Degree Level
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Registered Nursing Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
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Best Schools for Registered Nursing in the Plains States Region
Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the registered nursing degree levels they offer. Only those schools that rank in the top 15% of all the schools we analyze get awarded with a place on this list.
25 Top Plains States Region Schools in Registered Nursing
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In NE
315
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Creighton University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in registered nursing. Located in the city of Omaha, Creighton is a private not-for-profit university with a medium-sized student population. A Best Colleges rank of #105 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Creighton is a great university overall.
There were about 315 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Creighton in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Creighton University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In MN
3,223
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Any student who is interested in registered nursing needs to look into Capella University. Capella University is a very large private for-profit university located in the city of Minneapolis. A Best Colleges rank of #145 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Capella University is a great university overall.
There were approximately 3223 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Capella University in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Capella University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In NE
449
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
University of Nebraska Medical Center is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in registered nursing. Located in the large city of Omaha, UNMC is a public university with a small student population.
There were approximately 449 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at UNMC in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In IA
215
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Every student who is interested in registered nursing needs to take a look at University of Iowa. Located in the city of Iowa City, Iowa is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #84 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Iowa is a great university overall.
There were approximately 215 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Iowa in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Iowa
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
6th
Most Popular In MN
236
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
UMN Twin Cities is a very large public university located in the large city of Minneapolis. A Best Colleges rank of #51 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UMN Twin Cities is a great university overall.
There were roughly 236 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at UMN Twin Cities in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In KS
204
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of Lawrence, KU is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #141 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means KU is a great university overall.
There were roughly 204 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at KU in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Kansas
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
7th
Most Popular In MN
230
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the town of Winona, Winona State is a public university with a moderately-sized student population. This university ranks 17th out of 52 schools for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were approximately 230 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Winona State in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Winona State University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In MN
5,004
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Walden University is a very large private for-profit university located in the city of Minneapolis.
There were roughly 5004 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Walden University in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Walden University
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In MO
309
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of Saint Louis, SLU is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #244 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means SLU is a great university overall.
There were about 309 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at SLU in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Saint Louis University
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In ND
167
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
UND is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Grand Forks. A Best Colleges rank of #218 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UND is a great university overall.
There were approximately 167 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at UND in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of North Dakota
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In MO
285
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the midsize city of Columbia, Mizzou is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #124 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Mizzou is a great university overall.
There were about 285 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Mizzou in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Missouri - Columbia
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
5th
Most Popular In IA
129
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Allen College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the small city of Waterloo.
There were approximately 129 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Allen College in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Allen College
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In NE
138
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Nebraska Methodist College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the large city of Omaha.
There were roughly 138 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Nebraska Methodist College in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In MN
358
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
St. Scholastica is a small private not-for-profit college located in the small city of Duluth. This college ranks 8th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were roughly 358 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at St. Scholastica in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from The College of Saint Scholastica
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In MN
789
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of St. Cloud, Rasmussen University - Minnesota is a private for-profit university with a small student population. This university ranks 10th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were roughly 789 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Rasmussen University - Minnesota in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Rasmussen University - Minnesota
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In MO
273
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the city of Kansas City, UMKC is a public university with a fairly large student population. This university ranks 12th out of 48 schools for overall quality in the state of Missouri.
There were roughly 273 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at UMKC in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Missouri - Kansas City
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In SD
328
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the town of Brookings, South Dakota State is a public university with a fairly large student population. This university ranks 1st out of 13 schools for overall quality in the state of South Dakota.
There were approximately 328 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at South Dakota State in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from South Dakota State University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
10th
Most Popular In MO
184
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Maryville U is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Saint Louis. A Best Colleges rank of #202 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Maryville U is a great university overall.
There were about 184 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Maryville U in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Maryville University of Saint Louis
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
5th
Most Popular In MN
266
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Minnesota State Mankato is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Mankato. This university ranks 13th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were roughly 266 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Minnesota State Mankato in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Minnesota State University - Mankato
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
13th
Most Popular In MO
131
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Webster is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Saint Louis. A Best Colleges rank of #219 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Webster is a great university overall.
There were about 131 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Webster in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Webster University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In NE
119
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Clarkson College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the city of Omaha.
There were roughly 119 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Clarkson College in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Clarkson College
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In MO
261
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
Located in the large city of Kansas City, Rockhurst is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This university ranks 9th out of 48 schools for overall quality in the state of Missouri.
There were roughly 261 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at Rockhurst in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from Rockhurst University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
33rd
Most Popular In MN
46
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
CSB is a small private not-for-profit college located in the medium-sized suburb of Saint Joseph. This college ranks 11th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were about 46 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at CSB in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from College of Saint Benedict
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In ND
91
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
UMary is a small private not-for-profit university located in the rural area of Bismarck. This university ranks 3rd out of 12 schools for overall quality in the state of North Dakota.
There were about 91 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at UMary in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from University of Mary
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
8th
Most Popular In MN
217
Registered Nursing Degrees Awarded
St. Kate's is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Saint Paul. This university ranks 16th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.
There were approximately 217 registered nursing students who graduated with this degree at St. Kate's in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in registered nursing from St Catherine University