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Great Basin College stands out among Nevada's nursing programs with its remarkably low $7,523 net cost, making it the most affordable option by a significant margin. The state's seven nursing programs show a dramatic cost spread from $7,523 to $40,925, with public universities dominating the affordable tier. Nevada's growing healthcare sector, driven by population growth and major employers like Dignity Health and University Medical Center, creates strong demand for nursing graduates who earn between $69,161 and $75,313 annually.
7
Programs
$7,523 – $40,925
Net Price Range
$71,486
Avg. Program Earnings
54.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,523 $3,855 51.5%
2 $10,011 $9,142 50.1% 85.3%
3 $13,208 $6,368 31.0% 82.5%
4 $15,402 $8,994 62.4% 85.6%
5 $29,115 $17,684 57.9%
6 $32,603 $22,426 75.0% 100.0%
7 $40,925 $20,462 81.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Great Basin College so affordable compared to other Nevada nursing programs?

Great Basin College's $7,523 net cost is substantially lower than the next cheapest option at $10,011. As a smaller public institution serving rural northeastern Nevada, it benefits from lower operational costs and targeted state funding for rural healthcare education.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive nursing programs in Nevada?

Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas achieves the highest graduation rate at 75% despite its $32,603 cost. However, affordable options like Great Basin College (51.5%) and University of Nevada-Las Vegas (50.1%) maintain competitive rates while costing significantly less.

Does attending a more expensive nursing program in Nevada lead to higher earnings?

University of Nevada-Las Vegas graduates earn the highest median salary at $75,313 while maintaining a relatively low $10,011 net cost. The most expensive program at Chamberlain University produces graduates earning $71,315, showing that cost doesn't directly correlate with income potential.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.