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Online Nursing Programs

Nursing programs with online coursework, verified on each school's website. Most online nursing programs are for nurses who are already licensed (RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP). Programs that lead to a first license always include in-person clinical training.

Before applying, check three things on each program page: who arranges clinical placements and preceptors, how many campus visits are required, and whether residents of your state can enroll. Also see hybrid programs.

Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026

Sources: official school websites

Listing does not certify educational quality or guarantee licensure eligibility. Verify details with the school before applying.

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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected

Programs (131)

Washington State University

Master of Nursing - Nurse Educator

MSNNurse EducatorFor licensed nurses
  • Spokane Campus — Spokane, WA · Tri-Cities Campus — WA · Vancouver Campus — Vancouver, WA
  • Online coursework · Full-time · Part-time
  • Four-semester or seven-semester sample course plans · 30 total credits
  • For: RN with a BSN

Not yet verified: tuition, upcoming deadline

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Washington State University

PhD in Nursing

PhDFor licensed nurses
  • Spokane Campus — Spokane, WA
  • Online coursework · Full-time · Part-time
  • 7-9 semesters · 72-74 credits
  • $887.60 per credit · In-state+1 more
  • For: RN with a BSN; Nurse with a master's degree; Other health professional (e.g. paramedic)

Not yet verified: upcoming deadline

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Washington State University

RN-BSN

BSNRN-to-BSNFor licensed nurses
  • Spokane Campus — Spokane, WA · Tri-Cities Campus — WA · Vancouver Campus — Vancouver, WA
  • Online coursework · Full-time · Part-time
  • As little as one year · 30 credits
  • For: RN with an associate degree or diploma

Not yet verified: tuition, upcoming deadline

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West Coast University-Orange County

RN to BSN (online)

BSNRN-to-BSNFor licensed nurses
  • Online (distance education) — CA
  • Online coursework · Full-time · Part-time
  • 8 months (Accelerated Plus) to 20 months (Working Professional pace), assuming 90 transfer credits · 120 credits, 30 of which are taken at WCU
  • $14,850 total program · All students · program
  • For: RN with an associate degree or diploma

Not yet verified: upcoming deadline

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