Michigan Nursing Schools and Programs
Selecting then applying to nursing schools in Michigan can be a time consuming task. For those just getting started in Nursing, we suggest that you focus on your near term Michigan education goals and licensing requirements. The first question to ask yourself is: Do I want to begin my career as a Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, or Michigan Registered Nurse?
Michigan Registered Nurse programs generally lead to an Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor Degree in Nursing which typically last 2 to 4 years.
Finding the best Nurse Practitioner school in Michigan before you become a Registered Nurse, for example, may bog down the school selection and application process. Furthermore, many four year undergraduate colleges routinely accept transfer credits for prerequisites often called pre-nursing courses.
While earning an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN, ASN) or Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BDN, BSN) is an important milestone for nurses, many Michigan nursing school students gain meaningful work experience and an income upon completion of a shorter Certified Nursing Assistant or Licensed Practical Nursing program in the state of Michigan.
To help students search for the best nursing school in Michigan, we have outlined some key questions to ask. Below on this page you will find the following:
- How do I become a nurse in Michigan?
- Is Michigan a nursing compact state?
- How long is nursing school in Michigan?
- How much does nursing school in Michigan cost?
- Is it hard to get into a Michigan nursing school?
- List of nursing schools in Michigan.
How do I become a nurse in Michigan?
If you want to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Michigan, you will need to complete a Practical Nurse training program. Practical Nursing programs generally last 1 to 1.5 years. Upon completion of your Michigan 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 Michigan Board of Nursing.
If you want to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Michigan, you will need to complete a Registered Nurse training program. Registered Nurse programs generally last 2 to 4 years. Upon completion of your Michigan 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 Michigan Board of Nursing.
Is Michigan a nursing compact state?
No, Michigan is not part of the nursing license compact. States which joined the Enhanced Nursing Licensure Compact (eNLC) allow the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN) to practice in other participating states using one multi-state nursing license. This means that a Michigan Licensed Practical Nurse or a Michigan Registered Nurse must apply for a license by endorsement when moving to another state.
How long is nursing school in Michigan?
The amount of time you spend in a Michigan nursing school will vary based upon the career path you choose. You can become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in as little as 6 to 12 weeks. Become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 1 to 1.5 years, a Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) in 2 to 4 years, or stay in nursing school longer to become a Nurse Practitioner in 6 to 8 years.
Above on this page we created a tabular image which summarizes how long nursing school is in Michigan. That image includes the number of nurses employed in the state of Michigan, along with the average wages earned at each education level.
Notice that in the state of Michigan, far greater numbers are employed as a Registered Nurse (RN) compared to a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Notice also that a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Michigan 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 Michigan nursing schools offer the length of program you desire.
How much does nursing school in Michigan cost?
Tuition for a nursing school in Michigan will cost between $4,000 to $8,000 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 Michigan cost more between $10,000 to $15,000 per year for state residents seeking their Bachelor Degree in Nursing, a BDN or BSN.
To help reduce the cost of nursing school in Michigan, 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 their 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 a Michigan nursing school?
We list the quoted acceptance rate provided by each Michigan 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 Michigan provided below, we can see the acceptance rates range from about 60% to 100% or Open. SAT and ACT scores are displayed on each individual nursing school page.
If you are having trouble getting accepted into a Michigan 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.
List Of Nursing Schools In Michigan
Below is our complete list of accredited nursing schools in Michigan. In general, these schools offer campus based CNA, LPN, ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD, and more nursing programs approved by the Michigan Board Of Nursing.
Click the name of any Michigan nursing school below to view the cost to attend, SAT and ACT scores, college or university characteristics, student body profile, satellite map of the surrounding area, and to view any additional nursing program information we have available in our database.
Andrews University
Marsh Hall,
Berrien Springs,
MI
49103
800-253-2874
Andrews University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Berrien Springs, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Berrien Springs, Michigan campus for Andrews University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,858. In-state tuition and fees were $32,734 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $32,734
- Room and Board $9,474
- Acceptance Rate 91%
- ACT Score 20-29
Bay College
2001 North Lincoln Road,
Escanaba,
MI
49829
906-786-5802
Bay College is a Public institution with a campus in Escanaba, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Escanaba, Michigan campus for Bay College is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,969. In-state tuition and fees were $9,090 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN, LPN-to-RN
- Tuition Cost $9,090
- Room and Board $8,024
- Acceptance Rate Open
Calvin College
3201 Burton SE,
Grand Rapids,
MI
49546
616-526-6000
Calvin College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Grand Rapids, Michigan campus for Calvin College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,231. In-state tuition and fees were $38,620 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $38,620
- Room and Board $11,150
- Acceptance Rate 74%
- ACT Score 25-30
Davenport University
415 E Fulton,
Grand Rapids,
MI
49503
616-698-7111
Davenport University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Grand Rapids, Michigan campus for Davenport University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,073. In-state tuition and fees were $22,244 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $22,244
- Room and Board $10,444
- Acceptance Rate 99%
Eastern Michigan University
311 Everett L. Marshall Building,
Ypsilanti,
MI
48197
734-487-1849
Eastern Michigan University is a Public institution with a campus in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Ypsilanti, Michigan campus for Eastern Michigan University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 14,018. In-state tuition and fees were $16,410 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Post-MSN, PhD
- Tuition Cost $16,410
- Room and Board $11,396
- Acceptance Rate 83%
- ACT Score 18-25
Ferris State University
200 Ferris Drive,
Big Rapids,
MI
49307
231-591-2000
Ferris State University is a Public institution with a campus in Big Rapids, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Big Rapids, Michigan campus for Ferris State University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 10,072. In-state tuition and fees were $13,076 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Accelerated MSN, Post-MSN, Nurse Educator
- Tuition Cost $13,076
- Room and Board $10,268
- Acceptance Rate 88%
- ACT Score 18-23
Finlandia University
601 Quincy Street,
Hancock,
MI
49930
906-482-5300
Finlandia University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Hancock, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Hancock, Michigan campus for Finlandia University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 450. In-state tuition and fees were $25,946 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $25,946
- Room and Board $9,978
- Acceptance Rate 67%
Grand Rapids Community College
143 Bostwick Avenue NE,
Grand Rapids,
MI
49503
616-234-4000
Grand Rapids Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Grand Rapids, Michigan campus for Grand Rapids Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 11,803. In-state tuition and fees were $7,929 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN, LPN-to-RN
- Tuition Cost $7,929
- Acceptance Rate Open
Grand Valley State University
301 Michigan St. NE,
Grand Rapids,
MI
49503
616-331-2020
Grand Valley State University is a Public institution with a campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Grand Rapids, Michigan campus for Grand Valley State University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 21,648. In-state tuition and fees were $13,952 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, Accelerated MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP
- Tuition Cost $13,952
- Room and Board $10,140
- Acceptance Rate 90%
- ACT Score 21-27
Henry Ford Community College
5101 Evergreen Road,
Dearborn,
MI
48128
313-845-9600
Henry Ford Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Dearborn, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Dearborn, Michigan campus for Henry Ford Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 11,204. In-state tuition and fees were $5,308 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $5,308
- Acceptance Rate Open
Hope College
35 E 12th St,
Holland,
MI
49422
616-395-7000
Hope College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Holland, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Holland, Michigan campus for Hope College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,251. In-state tuition and fees were $38,370 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $38,370
- Room and Board $11,900
- Acceptance Rate 80%
- ACT Score 24-31
Lake Michigan College
2755 East Napier Avenue,
Benton Harbor,
MI
49022
269-927-3571
Lake Michigan College is a Public institution with a campus in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Benton Harbor, Michigan campus for Lake Michigan College is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,543. In-state tuition and fees were $7,148 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, ASN, LPN-to-RN
- Tuition Cost $7,148
- Room and Board $13,496
- Acceptance Rate Open
Lake Superior State University
650 West Easterday Avenue,
Sault Sainte Marie,
MI
49783
906-632-6841
Lake Superior State University is a Public institution with a campus in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan campus for Lake Superior State University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,655. In-state tuition and fees were $13,728 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN
- Tuition Cost $13,728
- Room and Board $11,016
- Acceptance Rate 77%
- ACT Score 19-26
Lansing Community College
PO Box 40010, 419 N Capitol Ave,
Lansing,
MI
48901
517-483-1957
Lansing Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Lansing, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Lansing, Michigan campus for Lansing Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 9,573. In-state tuition and fees were $7,340 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $7,340
- Acceptance Rate Open
Macomb Community College
44575 Garfield Road,
Clinton Township,
MI
48038
586-445-7999
Macomb Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Clinton Township, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Clinton Township, Michigan campus for Macomb Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 15,946. In-state tuition and fees were $6,210 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $6,210
- Acceptance Rate Open
Madonna University
36600 Schoolcraft Road,
Livonia,
MI
48150
734-432-5300
Madonna University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Livonia, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Livonia, Michigan campus for Madonna University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,109. In-state tuition and fees were $26,100 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $26,100
- Room and Board $12,250
- Acceptance Rate 65%
Monroe County Community College
1555 South Raisinville Road,
Monroe,
MI
48161
734-242-7300
Monroe County Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Monroe, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Monroe, Michigan campus for Monroe County Community College is located in a Rural setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 2,398. In-state tuition and fees were $7,213 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $7,213
- Acceptance Rate Open
Mott Community College
1401 East Court Street,
Flint,
MI
48503
810-762-0200
Mott Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Flint, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Flint, Michigan campus for Mott Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,969. In-state tuition and fees were $5,201 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $5,201
- Acceptance Rate Open
Muskegon Community College
221 South Quarterline Road,
Muskegon,
MI
49442
231-773-9131
Muskegon Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Muskegon, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Muskegon, Michigan campus for Muskegon Community College is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,446. In-state tuition and fees were $11,090 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $11,090
- Acceptance Rate Open
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Ave,,
Marquette,
MI
49855
906-227-1000
Northern Michigan University is a Public institution with a campus in Marquette, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Marquette, Michigan campus for Northern Michigan University is located in a Town setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 6,970. In-state tuition and fees were $12,648 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: LPN, BSN, RN-to-BSN, Nurse Practitioner
- Tuition Cost $12,648
- Room and Board $11,910
- Acceptance Rate 71%
Oakland Community College, Highland Lakes
7350 Cooley Lake Road,
Waterford,
MI
48327
248-341-2000
Oakland Community College, Highland Lakes is a institution with a campus in Waterford, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Oakland Community College, Southfield
22322 Rutland Drive,
Southfield,
MI
48075
248-341-2000
Oakland Community College, Southfield is a institution with a campus in Southfield, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
Oakland University
2200 N. Squirrel Road,
Rochester,
MI
48309
248-370-2100
Oakland University is a Public institution with a campus in Rochester, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Rochester, Michigan campus for Oakland University is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 16,108. In-state tuition and fees were $14,476 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, DNP, DNAP
- Tuition Cost $14,476
- Room and Board $11,192
- Acceptance Rate 90%
University of Detroit Mercy
4001 W. McNichols Road,
Detroit,
MI
48221
313-993-1245
University of Detroit Mercy is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Detroit, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Detroit, Michigan campus for University of Detroit Mercy is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,360. In-state tuition and fees were $31,058 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, Post-MSN, DNP, PhD
- Tuition Cost $31,058
- Room and Board $10,444
- Acceptance Rate 91%
- ACT Score 21-26
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
400 North Ingalls,
Ann Arbor,
MI
48109
734-764-1817
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is a Public institution with a campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Ann Arbor, Michigan campus for University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 51,225. In-state tuition and fees were $16,736 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Post-MSN, DNP, PhD, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Tuition Cost $16,736
- Room and Board $13,171
- Acceptance Rate 18%
- ACT Score 31-34
University of Michigan, Flint
2180 William S. White Building, 303 E. Kearsley St,
Flint,
MI
48502
810-762-3000
University of Michigan, Flint is a Public institution with a campus in Flint, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Flint, Michigan campus for University of Michigan, Flint is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,985. In-state tuition and fees were $13,242 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP
- Tuition Cost $13,242
- Room and Board $10,628
- Acceptance Rate 66%
- ACT Score 21-28
Washtenaw Community College
4800 East Huron River Drive,
Ann Arbor,
MI
48106
734-973-3543
Washtenaw Community College is a Public institution with a campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Ann Arbor, Michigan campus for Washtenaw Community College is located in a Suburb setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 10,622. In-state tuition and fees were $4,416 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: ASN
- Tuition Cost $4,416
- Acceptance Rate Open
Wayne State University
5557 Cass Ave,
Detroit,
MI
48202
313-577-2424
Wayne State University is a Public institution with a campus in Detroit, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Detroit, Michigan campus for Wayne State University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 23,630. In-state tuition and fees were $14,675 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Tuition Cost $14,675
- Room and Board $11,321
- Acceptance Rate 75%
- ACT Score 21-28
Western Michigan University
1903 W Michigan Ave,
Kalamazoo,
MI
49008
269-387-3530
Western Michigan University is a Public institution with a campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The Kalamazoo, Michigan campus for Western Michigan University is located in a City setting. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 17,000. In-state tuition and fees were $14,623 for the most recent reporting period. …
Nursing Programs: BSN, RN-to-BSN
- Tuition Cost $14,623
- Room and Board $11,102
- Acceptance Rate 85%
- ACT Score 19-27
The nursing program acronyms CNA, LPN, ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD, etcetera used in our list of Michigan nursing schools may differ from the actual title published by the college or university.
Nursing schools in Michigan and other states, for example, may follow their own traditional degree naming convention, or, attempt to follow a newer naming convention trending nationwide.
Last updated: August 1, 2024
References:
- Michigan Nursing License Requirements. State of Michigan, Board of Nursing. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
- Michigan State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates. U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
- Tuition And Characteristics Of Michigan Colleges. U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
- Michigan Nurse Licensure Compact Status. NCSBN, National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Retrieved August 1, 2024.