Nursing Degrees

Learn more about different types of nursing degrees and use our school rankings to find the right program for you.

Featured Nursing School Rankings

The Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2026
BSN Degrees

The Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2026

By Charmaine Robinson, MSN-Ed, RN

October 8, 2026

Types of Nursing Degrees Explained

Interested in earning a nursing degree but don't know where to start? We break down six of the most popular nursing degree options to help you make a more informed decision for your nursing future.

Entry-Level Nursing Degrees

How to Get Your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate Online

How to Get Your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate Online

By Ayana Dunn, RN

October 8, 2026

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Program Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Program Overview

By Courtney Smith-Kimble

October 8, 2026

Female nursing student studying on laptop

Associate Nursing Degree (ADN) Overview

By Ayana Dunn, RN

October 8, 2026

The Best ADN Programs

By Daniel Bal

October 8, 2026

Nurse comforting a patient

The Best LPN Programs Online for 2026

By Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

Guide to Entry-Level Nursing

Guide to Entry-Level Nursing

By Maura Deering, J.D.

October 8, 2026

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BSN Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Overview

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Overview

By Morganne Skinner, RN

October 8, 2026

A young African American nursing school student is discussing class material with his instructor. The student is wearing teal green scrubs, and is taking notes and smiling as he listens to his instructor explain. The instructor is kneeling next to him and showing him something on a notepad. Other students are studying in the background.

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Overview

By Janice Monti, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

nursing students in class

The Best Online BSN Programs in 2026

By Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

RN Diploma vs. ADN vs. BSN Degree: What’s the Difference?

RN Diploma vs. ADN vs. BSN Degree: What’s the Difference?

By Charmaine Robinson, MSN-Ed, RN

October 8, 2026

Group of nursing students wearing protective face masks back at school take notes while attending class lecture. Each individual is seated at their own desk due to Covid-19 social distancing regulations.

What to Know About Getting a BSN Degree: Common Courses and Requirements

By Gayle Morris, MSN

October 8, 2026

The Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2026

The Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2026

By Charmaine Robinson, MSN-Ed, RN

October 8, 2026

A female Filipino nurse is sitting down at her laptop to study. She is wearing scrubs and a stethoscope. She is smiling at the camera. Image credit: SDI Productions / E+ / Getty Images

RN-to-BSN Degree Overview

By Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

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Graduate Nursing Degrees

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Overview

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Overview

By Gayle Morris, MSN

October 8, 2026

Smiling young female African American student raises her hand to ask a question in class. She is sitting in the middle of three other students at a string of desks. Two other students are looking forward and smiling and another is writing at her desk.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree Overview

By Sherry Christiansen

October 8, 2026

Nurse studying in breakroom

Explore Online DNP Programs (2026)

By Doug Wintemute

October 8, 2026

Nurse showing patient image on tablet

Explore Online BSN-to-DNP Programs

By Gayle Morris, MSN

October 8, 2026

Nurse working on a laptop in the library

The Best Online RN-to-MSN Programs in 2026

By Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

Nurse smiling at computer desk

The Best Direct-Entry MSN Programs (No BSN Required) 2026

By Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

October 8, 2026

Nurse Practitioner MSN vs. DNP vs. BSN

Nurse Practitioner MSN vs. DNP vs. BSN

By Gayle Morris, MSN

November 5, 2025

Nurse speaking to doctor in patient room

Types of Master’s Degrees in Nursing

By Ayana Dunn, RN

October 8, 2026

Nurse typing on a computer

The Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs

By Kasia Kovacs

October 8, 2026

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