Illinois Nursing Schools and Programs
Researching and then applying to accredited nursing schools in Illinois can be a time-consuming task. For those just getting started in Nursing, we suggest that you focus on your near-term education goals and the Illinois licensing requirements. The first question to ask yourself is: Do I want to begin my career in the state of Illinois as a Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse? See our nursing education chart below for some insight into how long it takes to graduate from the most popular CNA, LPN, and RN nursing programs in Illinois.
Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) programs generally lead to an Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN), which typically lasts 2 years, or a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN), which lasts 4 years.
While earning an Associate Degree (ASN) or Bachelor Degree (BSN) is an important milestone for nurses, many Illinois nursing school students gain meaningful work experience and earn an income upon completion of a shorter Certified Nursing Assistant or Licensed Practical Nursing program in the state of Illinois.
Starting with a shorter CNA or LPN program can also strengthen your ASN or BSN application by showing commitment and clinical readiness. For those pursuing Illinois RN licensure directly, associate degree programs are often more accessible than bachelor's programs. Earning your RN through an ASN, then advancing through an RN to BSN program or RN to MSN program, is a common and effective path in Illinois.
Nursing Schools In Illinois
Below is our list of accredited nursing schools in Illinois. In general, these colleges, universities, and training centers offer campus-based CNA, LPN, ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs approved by the Illinois Board of Nursing. RN schools in IL will generally offer an ADN, ASN, or BSN nursing degree. Advanced Practice (APRN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) programs can be found at larger schools that offer MSN and DNP degrees.
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Aurora University
347 S. Gladstone Ave,
Aurora,
IL
60506
630-892-6431
Aurora University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Aurora, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Aurora, Illinois campus for Aurora University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,918. In-state tuition and fees were $27,420 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Educator
- Tuition Cost $27,420
- Room and Board $12,360
- Acceptance Rate 82%
- ACT Score 19-25
Benedictine University
5700 College Road,
Lisle,
IL
60532
630-829-6000
Benedictine University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Lisle, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Lisle, Illinois campus for Benedictine University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,123. In-state tuition and fees were $34,290 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $34,290
- Room and Board $10,266
- Acceptance Rate 93%
Black Hawk College
6600 34th Avenue,
Moline,
IL
61265
309-796-5000
Black Hawk College is a Public institution with a campus in Moline, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Moline, Illinois campus for Black Hawk College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,773. In-state tuition and fees were $7,950 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN, LPN-to-RN
- Tuition Cost $7,950
- Acceptance Rate Open
Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
PO Box 7005, 11th & Oak,
Quincy,
IL
62305
217-228-5520
Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Quincy, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Quincy, Illinois campus for Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 167. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, LPN-to-BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Nurse Educator
Bradley University
1501 W Bradley Avenue,
Peoria,
IL
61625
309-676-7611
Bradley University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Peoria, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Peoria, Illinois campus for Bradley University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,552. In-state tuition and fees were $37,800 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, LPN-to-BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, Post-MSN, Nurse Educator
- Tuition Cost $37,800
- Room and Board $12,196
- Acceptance Rate 75%
- ACT Score 24-30
Capital Area Career Center
2201 Toronto Road,
Springfield,
IL
62712
217-529-5431
Capital Area Career Center is a Public institution with a campus in Springfield, Illinois. The institution was established in 1977 and is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Springfield, Illinois campus for Capital Area Career Center is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 106. …
Nursing Programs: LPN
Carl Sandburg College
2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard,
Galesburg,
IL
61401
309-344-2518
Carl Sandburg College is a Public institution with a campus in Galesburg, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Galesburg, Illinois campus for Carl Sandburg College is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,688. In-state tuition and fees were $7,860 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $7,860
- Acceptance Rate Open
Chicago Public Schools
2245 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago Public Schools is a institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: LPN
Chicago State University
9501 South King Drive, BHS 200A,
Chicago,
IL
60628
773-995-2000
Chicago State University is a Public institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for Chicago State University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,317. In-state tuition and fees were $12,018 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $12,018
- Room and Board $13,800
- Acceptance Rate 49%
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd,
Glen Ellyn,
IL
60137
630-942-2800
College of DuPage is a Public institution with a campus in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Glen Ellyn, Illinois campus for College of DuPage is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 21,939. In-state tuition and fees were $9,810 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $9,810
- Acceptance Rate Open
College of Lake County
19351 West Washington Street,
Grayslake,
IL
60030
847-543-2000
College of Lake County is a Public institution with a campus in Grayslake, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Grayslake, Illinois campus for College of Lake County is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 11,651. In-state tuition and fees were $9,842 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $9,842
- Acceptance Rate Open
DePaul University
1 E. Jackson Blvd,
Chicago,
IL
60604
312-362-8000
DePaul University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for DePaul University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 20,917. In-state tuition and fees were $42,840 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $42,840
- Room and Board $16,068
- Acceptance Rate 70%
- ACT Score 24-30
Eastern Illinois University
600 Lincoln Ave, 2230 McAfee,
Charleston,
IL
61920
217-581-7049
Eastern Illinois University is a Public institution with a campus in Charleston, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Charleston, Illinois campus for Eastern Illinois University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 8,857. In-state tuition and fees were $13,101 for the most recent reporting period. …
- Tuition Cost $13,101
- Room and Board $10,812
- Acceptance Rate 68%
Elgin Community College
1700 Spartan Drive, Room ICP 227,
Elgin,
IL
60123
847-697-1000
Elgin Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Elgin, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Elgin, Illinois campus for Elgin Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 8,910. In-state tuition and fees were $7,140 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $7,140
- Acceptance Rate Open
Elmhurst College
190 Prospect Avenue,
Elmhurst,
IL
60126
630-617-3500
Elmhurst College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Elmhurst, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Elmhurst, Illinois campus for Elmhurst College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,731. In-state tuition and fees were $40,232 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN
- Tuition Cost $40,232
- Room and Board $11,250
- Acceptance Rate 76%
- ACT Score 20-27
Governors State University
1 University Parkway,
University Park,
IL
60466
708-534-5000
Governors State University is a Public institution with a campus in University Park, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The University Park, Illinois campus for Governors State University is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 4,427. In-state tuition and fees were $10,468 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP
- Tuition Cost $10,468
- Room and Board $11,000
- Acceptance Rate 57%
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
210 West Walnut Street,
Canton,
IL
61520
309-647-4086
Graham Hospital School of Nursing is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Canton, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Canton, Illinois campus for Graham Hospital School of Nursing is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 43. In-state tuition and fees were $8,269 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: DIP
- Tuition Cost $8,269
- Acceptance Rate 100%
Harry S. Truman College
1145 West Wilson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
Harry S. Truman College is a institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Heartland Community College
1500 West Raab Road,
Normal,
IL
61761
309-268-8000
Heartland Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Normal, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Normal, Illinois campus for Heartland Community College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 4,774. In-state tuition and fees were $10,050 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $10,050
- Acceptance Rate Open
Illinois Central College
201 SW Adams Street,
Peoria,
IL
61635
309-694-5422
Illinois Central College is a Public institution with a campus in Peoria, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Peoria, Illinois campus for Illinois Central College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 7,044. In-state tuition and fees were $9,900 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $9,900
- Acceptance Rate Open
Illinois Eastern Community College, Frontier Community College
2 Frontier Drive,
Fairfield,
IL
62837
618-393-2982
Illinois Eastern Community College, Frontier Community College is a institution with a campus in Fairfield, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Illinois Eastern Community College, IECC District Office
233 East Chestnut Street,
Olney,
IL
62450
618-393-2982
Illinois Eastern Community College, IECC District Office is a Public institution with a campus in Olney, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Olney, Illinois campus for Illinois Eastern Community College, IECC District Office is located in a Town setting. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Illinois Eastern Community College, Lincoln Trail College
11220 State Highway 1,
Robinson,
IL
62454
618-393-2982
Illinois Eastern Community College, Lincoln Trail College is a institution with a campus in Robinson, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Illinois Eastern Community College, Olney Central College
305 North West Street,
Olney,
IL
62450
618-393-2982
Illinois Eastern Community College, Olney Central College is a institution with a campus in Olney, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Illinois State University
Campus Box 5810,
Normal,
IL
61790
309-438-2111
Illinois State University is a Public institution with a campus in Normal, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Normal, Illinois campus for Illinois State University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 20,683. In-state tuition and fees were $15,170 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, MSN
- Tuition Cost $15,170
- Room and Board $10,602
- Acceptance Rate 86%
- ACT Score 21-27
Illinois Valley Community College
815 North Orlando Smith Avenue,
Oglesby,
IL
61348
815-224-2720
Illinois Valley Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Oglesby, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Oglesby, Illinois campus for Illinois Valley Community College is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,371. In-state tuition and fees were $13,169 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $13,169
- Acceptance Rate Open
Illinois Wesleyan University
1312 Park Street,
Bloomington,
IL
61701
309-556-1000
Illinois Wesleyan University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Bloomington, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Bloomington, Illinois campus for Illinois Wesleyan University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,527. In-state tuition and fees were $53,814 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $53,814
- Room and Board $12,418
- Acceptance Rate 42%
- ACT Score 25-30
Joliet Junior College
1215 Houbolt Road,
Joliet,
IL
60431
815-729-9020
Joliet Junior College is a Public institution with a campus in Joliet, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Joliet, Illinois campus for Joliet Junior College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 10,212. In-state tuition and fees were $12,750 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $12,750
- Acceptance Rate Open
Kaplan University
550 West Van Buren, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL 60607
Kaplan University is a institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Kaskaskia College
27210 College Road,
Centralia,
IL
62801
618-545-3000
Kaskaskia College is a Public institution with a campus in Centralia, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Centralia, Illinois campus for Kaskaskia College is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,370. In-state tuition and fees were $7,530 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $7,530
- Acceptance Rate Open
Lake Land College
5001 Lake Land Boulevard,
Mattoon,
IL
61938
217-234-5253
Lake Land College is a Public institution with a campus in Mattoon, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Mattoon, Illinois campus for Lake Land College is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,742. In-state tuition and fees were $8,104 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $8,104
- Acceptance Rate Open
Lakeview College of Nursing
903 N. Logan Ave,
Danville,
IL
61832
217-443-5238
Lakeview College of Nursing is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Danville, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Danville, Illinois campus for Lakeview College of Nursing is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 116. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN
Lewis & Clark Community College
5800 Godfrey Road,
Godfrey,
IL
62035
618-468-7000
Lewis & Clark Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Godfrey, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Godfrey, Illinois campus for Lewis & Clark Community College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,973. In-state tuition and fees were $9,552 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $9,552
- Acceptance Rate Open
Lewis University
One University Parkway,
Romeoville,
IL
60446
815-838-0500
Lewis University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Romeoville, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Romeoville, Illinois campus for Lewis University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 6,513. In-state tuition and fees were $36,530 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, MSN
- Tuition Cost $36,530
- Room and Board $11,956
- Acceptance Rate 74%
- ACT Score 21-29
Lincoln Land Community College
5250 Sheperd Road, PO Box 19256,
Springfield,
IL
62794
217-786-2200
Lincoln Land Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Springfield, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Springfield, Illinois campus for Lincoln Land Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 4,444. In-state tuition and fees were $6,840 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $6,840
- Acceptance Rate Open
Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road,
Chicago,
IL
60660
773-274-3000
Loyola University Chicago is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for Loyola University Chicago is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 16,899. In-state tuition and fees were $49,498 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP, PhD, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Tuition Cost $49,498
- Room and Board $15,520
- Acceptance Rate 79%
- ACT Score 27-31
MacMurray College
447 East College Avenue,
Jacksonville,
IL
62650
217-479-7000
MacMurray College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Jacksonville, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Jacksonville, Illinois campus for MacMurray College is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 548. In-state tuition and fees were $27,710 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, LPN-to-BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $27,710
- Room and Board $9,440
- Acceptance Rate 55%
- ACT Score 18-22
McKendree University
701 College Road,
Lebanon,
IL
62254
618-537-4481
McKendree University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Lebanon, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Lebanon, Illinois campus for McKendree University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,960. In-state tuition and fees were $33,430 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Educator
- Tuition Cost $33,430
- Room and Board $11,590
- Acceptance Rate 68%
Methodist College
7600 N Academic Drive,
Peoria,
IL
61615
309-672-5513
Methodist College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Peoria, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Peoria, Illinois campus for Methodist College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 456. In-state tuition and fees were $18,008 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: DIP
- Tuition Cost $18,008
- Room and Board $17,280
- Acceptance Rate 33%
Millikin University
1184 West Main Street,
Decatur,
IL
62522
217-424-6211
Millikin University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Decatur, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Decatur, Illinois campus for Millikin University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,807. In-state tuition and fees were $41,632 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $41,632
- Room and Board $12,836
- Acceptance Rate 75%
- ACT Score 20-27
Moraine Valley Community College
9000 West College Pkwy,
Palos Hills,
IL
60465
708-974-4300
Moraine Valley Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Palos Hills, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Palos Hills, Illinois campus for Moraine Valley Community College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 10,511. In-state tuition and fees were $8,310 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $8,310
- Acceptance Rate Open
North Park University
3225 West Foster Avenue,
Chicago,
IL
60625
773-244-6200
North Park University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for North Park University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,660. In-state tuition and fees were $34,020 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $34,020
- Room and Board $10,125
- Acceptance Rate 68%
- ACT Score 19-23
Northern Illinois University
1425 W. Lincoln Hwy,
Dekalb,
IL
60115
800-892-3050
Northern Illinois University is a Public institution with a campus in Dekalb, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Dekalb, Illinois campus for Northern Illinois University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 15,649. In-state tuition and fees were $12,662 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $12,662
- Room and Board $11,420
- Acceptance Rate 71%
Oakton Community College
1600 E. Golf Road,
Des Plaines,
IL
60018
847-635-1600
Oakton Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Des Plaines, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Des Plaines, Illinois campus for Oakton Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 7,645. In-state tuition and fees were $10,446 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $10,446
- Acceptance Rate Open
Parkland College
2400 West Bradley Avenue,
Champaign,
IL
61821
217-351-2200
Parkland College is a Public institution with a campus in Champaign, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Champaign, Illinois campus for Parkland College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,686. In-state tuition and fees were $11,580 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $11,580
- Acceptance Rate Open
Prairie State College
202 S. Halsted Street,
Chicago Heights,
IL
60411
708-709-3500
Prairie State College is a Public institution with a campus in Chicago Heights, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago Heights, Illinois campus for Prairie State College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,680. In-state tuition and fees were $9,342 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $9,342
- Acceptance Rate Open
Resurrection University
3 Erie Court,
Oak Park,
IL
60302
773-252-6464
Resurrection University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Oak Park, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Oak Park, Illinois campus for Resurrection University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 429. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Nurse Educator, Nurse Practitioner
Richard J. Daley College
7500 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60652
Richard J. Daley College is a institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Richland Community College
One College Park,
Decatur,
IL
62521
217-875-7200
Richland Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Decatur, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Decatur, Illinois campus for Richland Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,075. In-state tuition and fees were $10,800 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $10,800
- Acceptance Rate Open
Rockford College
5050 East State Street,
Rockford,
IL
61108
815-226-4050
Rockford College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Rockford, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Rockford, Illinois campus for Rockford College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,181. In-state tuition and fees were $35,050 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $35,050
- Room and Board $10,410
- Acceptance Rate 55%
- ACT Score 12-20
Rush University Medical Center
600 S. Paulina Street, Suite 1080,
Chicago,
IL
60612
312-942-7100
Rush University Medical Center is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for Rush University Medical Center is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,870. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP, DNAP, PhD
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
3301 N Mulford Road,
Rockford,
IL
61114
815-282-7900
Saint Anthony College of Nursing is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Rockford, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Rockford, Illinois campus for Saint Anthony College of Nursing is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 242. In-state tuition and fees were $27,811 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $27,811
Saint Francis Medical Center
511 N.E. Greenleaf Street,
Peoria,
IL
61603
309-655-2201
Saint Francis Medical Center is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Peoria, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Peoria, Illinois campus for Saint Francis Medical Center is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 371. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Post-MSN, DNP, PhD
Saint Xavier University
3700 West 103rd Street,
Chicago,
IL
60655
773-298-3000
Saint Xavier University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for Saint Xavier University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,523. In-state tuition and fees were $35,770 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, LPN-to-BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Post-MSN, Nurse Educator, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $35,770
- Room and Board $11,780
- Acceptance Rate 84%
South Suburban College
15800 South State Street,
South Holland,
IL
60473
708-210-5718
South Suburban College is a Public institution with a campus in South Holland, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The South Holland, Illinois campus for South Suburban College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,905. In-state tuition and fees were $11,033 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN
- Tuition Cost $11,033
- Acceptance Rate Open
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Alumni Hall, Room 2117, Campus Box 1066,
Edwardsville,
IL
62026
618-650-2000
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a Public institution with a campus in Edwardsville, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Edwardsville, Illinois campus for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 12,519. In-state tuition and fees were $12,558 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $12,558
- Room and Board $10,272
- Acceptance Rate 98%
- ACT Score 19-26
Southwestern Illinois College
2500 Carlyle Avenue,
Belleville,
IL
62221
618-235-2700
Southwestern Illinois College is a Public institution with a campus in Belleville, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Belleville, Illinois campus for Southwestern Illinois College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 7,188. In-state tuition and fees were $6,390 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $6,390
- Acceptance Rate Open
St Johns College of Nursing
729 East Carpenter Street,
Springfield,
IL
62702
217-525-5628
St Johns College of Nursing is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Springfield, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Springfield, Illinois campus for St Johns College of Nursing is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 94. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
Trinity Christian College
6601 W. College Drive,
Palos Heights,
IL
60463
708-597-3000
Trinity Christian College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Palos Heights, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Palos Heights, Illinois campus for Trinity Christian College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 908. In-state tuition and fees were $34,325 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $34,325
- Room and Board $10,500
- Acceptance Rate 71%
- ACT Score 20-29
Trinity College
2122 25th Avenue,
Rock Island,
IL
61201
309-779-7700
Trinity College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Rock Island, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Rock Island, Illinois campus for Trinity College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 101. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Triton College
2000 Fifth Ave,
River Grove,
IL
60171
708-456-0300
Triton College is a Public institution with a campus in River Grove, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The River Grove, Illinois campus for Triton College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 8,616. In-state tuition and fees were $11,490 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $11,490
- Acceptance Rate Open
University of Illinois at Chicago
845 South Damen Avenue MC 802,
Chicago,
IL
60612
312-996-7000
University of Illinois at Chicago is a Public institution with a campus in Chicago, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Chicago, Illinois campus for University of Illinois at Chicago is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 33,747. In-state tuition and fees were $14,046 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP, PhD, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Tuition Cost $14,046
- Room and Board $14,400
- Acceptance Rate 79%
- ACT Score 24-30
University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox Street,
Joliet,
IL
60435
815-740-3360
University of St. Francis is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Joliet, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Joliet, Illinois campus for University of St. Francis is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,297. In-state tuition and fees were $36,000 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP
- Tuition Cost $36,000
- Room and Board $11,430
- Acceptance Rate 58%
- ACT Score 21-30
William Rainey Harper College
1200 West Algonquin Road,
Palatine,
IL
60067
847-925-6000
William Rainey Harper College is a institution with a campus in Palatine, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
How do I become a nurse in Illinois?
If you want to become an LPN in the state of Illinois, you will need to complete a Practical Nurse training program. Practical Nursing programs generally last 1 to 1.5 years (see chart at the top of this page). Upon completion of your Illinois practical nursing program, you will have to pass the nationwide NCLEX-PN exam. After you pass the NCLEX-PN exam, you will apply for a Practical Nurse license from the Illinois Board of Nursing.
If you want to become an RN in the state of Illinois, you will need to complete a Registered Nurse training program. Registered Nurse programs generally last 2 to 4 years (see chart at the top of this page). Upon completion of your Illinois registered nursing program, you will have to pass the nationwide NCLEX-RN exam. After you pass the NCLEX-RN exam, you will apply for a Registered Nurse license from the Illinois Board of Nursing.
Is Illinois a nursing compact state?
Yes, Illinois is part of the nursing license compact. Illinois recently enacted the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, which allows nurses to practice in all but a handful of states. This means that an Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse or an Illinois Registered Nurse can now apply for a multi-state nursing license.
How long is nursing school in Illinois?
The amount of time you spend in an Illinois nursing school will vary based on the career path you choose. You can become a CNA in as little as 6 to 12 weeks. Become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 1 to 1.5 years, an Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) in 2 to 4 years, or stay in nursing school longer to become an NP in 6 to 8 years.
Above on this page, we created a chart that summarizes how long nursing school is in Illinois. That chart includes the number of nurses employed in the state of Illinois, along with the average wages earned at each education level.
Notice that in the state of Illinois, far greater numbers are employed as Registered Nurses (RN) compared to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). Notice also that a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Illinois earns far more in wages compared to a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Use the nursing program acronyms CNA, LPN, ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD to help identify which Illinois nursing schools offer the length of program you desire.
How much does nursing school in Illinois cost?
Tuition for a nursing school in Illinois will cost between $6,000 to $12,000 per year for state residents seeking a two-year Associate degree, an ADN, or ASN, for example. The larger public four-year colleges and universities in Illinois cost more, between $10,000 to $15,000 per year for state residents seeking their Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
To help reduce the cost of nursing school in Illinois, a student can generally take their pre-nursing courses at a smaller two-year college. Then, transfer those credits into the larger four-year college or university of your choice. Each college has its own method of awarding transfer credits for pre-nursing coursework. You will need to plan ahead and question the receiving school before you start your first pre-nursing class.
Is it hard to get into an Illinois nursing school?
We list the quoted acceptance rate provided by each Illinois nursing school. A college acceptance rate is calculated by dividing the number of accepted students by the number of total applicants. Reviewing the list of nursing schools in Illinois provided above, we can see the acceptance rates range from about 33% to 100% or Open. SAT and ACT scores are displayed on each individual nursing school page.
If you are having trouble getting accepted into an Illinois nursing school due to a below average GPA, SAT, or ACT score, here are two strategies which might help: 1) take your pre-nursing courses at your local community college then reapply later as a transfer student with an above average GPA, and, 2) get your Nursing Assistant or Practical Nurse license to help you gain experience and stand out from other college applicants.
Last updated: June 1, 2025
References:
- Illinois Nursing License Requirements. State of Illinois, Board of Nursing. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- Illinois State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates. U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- Tuition And Characteristics Of Illinois Colleges. U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- Illinois Nurse Licensure Compact Status. NCSBN, National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Retrieved June 1, 2025.