Texas Nursing Schools and Programs

Degree Programs: Adult Care, Anatomy, Community Health, Family Care, Neonatal, Nutrition, Pathology, Perinatal, Pharmacology, Physiology, Postpartum, Psychiatric/Mental Health, Radiology, Respiratory Medicine, Surgical...
Largest Cities: Abilene, Arlington, Austin, Beaumont, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Garland, Houston, Irving, Laredo, Mesquite, Plano, San Antonio...
State ZIP Codes: 75082, 75181, 75481, 75644, 76207, 76645, 77302, 77418, 77625, 77807, 78113, 78347, 78505, 78674, 79097...

Registered nurses are in demand in Texas, and through 2012, labor projections foresee nursing as having the most job openings. In 2001, Texas implemented the Nursing Shortage Reduction Act which secures $26 million towards increasing the number of nurses in the state.

Friendship is the state's motto, and Texas prides itself on the friendliness of its residents. While there are conflicting reports on the origination of the word Texas, all agree it means friendship.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix

Bachelor's | Master's

One of the largest providers of professional nursing programs, the College of Nursing at University of Phoenix enables registered nurses and licensed practical or vocational nurses to earn their undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees conveniently and efficiently. University of Phoenix offers nuring programs through their online school and at many of their campuses all across the country.





About: Thank you for your interest in Sanford-Brown Dallas. We are a career-oriented school located in Dallas, TX. We are dedicated to providing career focused education in a variety of healthcare fields. If you're looking for training in an exciting and rewarding career in today's rapidly expanding fields, we can help you get there. Request Information



About: On its ten campuses throughout the southern United States, Virginia College offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in some of today's most popular career fields. With programs in areas of business, design, IT, and medical fields Virginia College emphasizes a curriculum of general academia, personal growth, and technical skills. Online programs, career services, and financial aid options round out the exciting opportunities Virginia College offers its students. Request Information



About: Westwood College isn't your typical institution of higher learning. Students can earn a bachelor's degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months. And with day, night and online schedules*, we can accommodate almost any lifestyle. Based in Denver, Colorado, since 1953, Westwood has 17 campuses across six states, plus our online campus. Key to our success is a faculty of working professionals. Drawing on personal experience and insights, they give students real-world perspectives to empower them to meet the workforce needs in in-demand employment fields.

*Online programs not available in all states, e.g. TX, MA, MN, and IL. All programs not available at all campuses. Request Information



About: Westwood College isn't your typical institution of higher learning. Students can earn a bachelor's degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months. And with day, night and online schedules*, we can accommodate almost any lifestyle. Based in Denver, Colorado, since 1953, Westwood has 17 campuses across six states, plus our online campus. Key to our success is a faculty of working professionals. Drawing on personal experience and insights, they give students real-world perspectives to empower them to meet the workforce needs in in-demand employment fields.

*Online programs not available in all states, e.g. TX, MA, MN, and IL. All programs not available at all campuses. Request Information



About: Westwood College isn't your typical institution of higher learning. Students can earn a bachelor's degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months. And with day, night and online schedules*, we can accommodate almost any lifestyle. Based in Denver, Colorado, since 1953, Westwood has 17 campuses across six states, plus our online campus. Key to our success is a faculty of working professionals. Drawing on personal experience and insights, they give students real-world perspectives to empower them to meet the workforce needs in in-demand employment fields.

*Online programs not available in all states, e.g. TX, MA, MN, and IL. All programs not available at all campuses. Request Information



About: Thank you for your interest in Sanford-Brown Houston. We are a career-oriented school located in Houston, TX. We are dedicated to providing academic excellence. If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding career in today's rapidly expanding fields, we can help you get there. Request Information



About: Thank you for your interest in Sanford-Brown Northloop West. We are a career-oriented school located in Houston, TX. We are dedicated to providing academic excellence. If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding career in today's rapidly expanding fields, we can help you get there. Request Information



About: East Texas Baptist University, Department of Nursing offers a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing. There are two programs. One, the generic program, is for students with no prior nursing education. The second program, the RN to B.S.N. is for registered nurses who have a diploma or associate degree in nursing who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The second program is currently under revision with a goal for enrollment to begin fall of 2006. The Department of Nursing is dedicated to the development of intellectual inquiry, social consciousness, wellness, Christian Character, and professional standards of behavior, and to providing a challenging academic atmosphere within a Christian environment. The faculty strives to prepare its graduates for the practice of nursing in a variety of health care settings within a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse atmosphere, and to provide a foundation for graduate study in nursing. Request Information