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2023 Most Popular Nursing Bachelor's Degree Schools in New York

61 Schools Ranked
$28,833 Avg Tuition & Fees*
$20,071 Avg Student Debt

There are so many nursing programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. You're no longer limited to schools in your local area, either, since online programs are becoming more prevalent. Or you may find the programs at a trade school or bootcamp to be a better alternative for you.

The Most Popular Nursing Bachelor's Degree Schools in New York ranking is one of many tools that Nursing Degree Search has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 61 schools in New York to see which ones were the most popular bachelor's degree programs for nursing students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from each school on the list.

Learn more about these popular schools below:

#1

Adelphi University

Garden City, New York
1,267 Total Awards
$43,800 Average Tuition & Fees
$22,184 Avg Student Debt

Our 2023 rankings named Adelphi University the most popular school in New York for nursing students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in Garden City, New York, the medium-sized private not-for-profit school handed out 1,267 bachelor’s degree awards in 2021-2022.

Adelphi does not offer a discount to in-state students, so the average tuition and fees for all undergraduates is $43,800. This amount may be reduced if you receive financial aid. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $22,184 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 71% were women.

Adelphi does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 71% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2020-2021.

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#2

Mercy College

Dobbs Ferry, New York
1,444 Total Awards
$21,358 Average Tuition & Fees
$22,679 Avg Student Debt

The excellent bachelor’s degree programs at Mercy College helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular nursing schools in New York. Mercy is a medium-sized private not-for-profit school situated in Dobbs Ferry, New York. It awarded 1,444 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

If you don’t receive financial aid, you can expect a bill for $21,358 to cover tuition and fees at Mercy. The school does not offer an in-state discount. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $22,679 in loans while pursuing their degree. Around 71% of those degree recipients were women.

One thing to take note of is that Mercy does offer online classes in some areas. In fact, around 71% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2020-2021.

Full Mercy College Report

#3

New York University

New York, New York
7,444 Total Awards
$58,168 Average Tuition & Fees
$20,420 Avg Student Debt

A rank of #3 on this year’s list means New York University is a great place for nursing students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in New York, New York, the large private not-for-profit school handed out 7,444 bachelor’s degree awards in 2021-2022.

If you don’t receive financial aid, you can expect a bill for $58,168 to cover tuition and fees at NYU. The school does not offer an in-state discount. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $20,420 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 60% were women.

Online courses are available at NYU, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. During the 2020-2021 year, about 41% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#4

LIU Post

Brookville, New York
1,461 Total Awards
$40,868 Average Tuition & Fees
$22,897 Avg Student Debt

The excellent bachelor’s degree programs at LIU Post helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular nursing schools in New York. Brookville, New York is the setting for this fairly large institution of higher learning. The private not-for-profit school handed out bachelor’s degrees to 1,461 students in 2021-2022.

If you want to attend LIU Post, expect to pay an average of $40,868 in tuition and fees. Of course, this could be reduced if you receive financial aid. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $22,897 in student loans. Around 73% of those degree recipients were women.

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#5

Utica College

Utica, New York
830 Total Awards
$24,308 Average Tuition & Fees
$22,309 Avg Student Debt

Out of the 61 schools in New York that were part of this year’s ranking, Utica College landed the # 5 spot on the list. Located in Utica, New York, the small private not-for-profit school awarded 830 diplomas to qualifed bachelor’s degree students in 2021-2022.

If you want to attend Utica College, expect to pay an average of $24,308 in tuition and fees. Of course, this could be reduced if you receive financial aid. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from Utica College accumulate an average of $22,309 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Around 63% of those degree recipients were women.

Some students may be able to take online classes at Utica College. In 2020-2021 about 64% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

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#6

Molloy College

Rockville Centre, New York
910 Total Awards
$36,030 Average Tuition & Fees
$24,950 Avg Student Debt

Molloy College landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree nursing programs. Molloy is a private not-for-profit institution located in Rockville Centre, New York. The school has a small population, and it awarded 910 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

If you want to attend Molloy, expect to pay an average of $36,030 in tuition and fees. Of course, this could be reduced if you receive financial aid. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $24,950 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 77% were women.

Molloy does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. In 2020-2021 about 62% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

Full Molloy College Report

#7

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, New York
5,259 Total Awards
$10,560 Average Tuition & Fees
$18,520 Avg Student Debt

Stony Brook University landed the #7 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree nursing programs. This large public school is located in Stony Brook, New York, and it awarded 5,259 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

Full-time students from New York pay an average of $10,560 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend SUNY Stony Brook. Out-of-state students pay an average of $28,480. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from SUNY Stony Brook accumulate an average of $18,520 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Around 54% of those degree recipients were women.

Some students may be able to take online classes at SUNY Stony Brook. In 2020-2021 about 75% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

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820 Total Awards
$40,980 Average Tuition & Fees
$23,498 Avg Student Debt

College of Mount Saint Vincent came in at #8 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Located in Bronx, New York, the small private not-for-profit school handed out 820 bachelor’s degree awards in 2021-2022.

If you don’t receive financial aid, you can expect a bill for $40,980 to cover tuition and fees at Mount Saint Vincent. The school does not offer an in-state discount. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $23,498 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 85% were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Mount Saint Vincent. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2020-2021 academic year, around 16% took at least some of their classes online.

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#9

The College at Brockport

Brockport, New York
1,733 Total Awards
$8,620 Average Tuition & Fees
$20,471 Avg Student Debt

The College at Brockport did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for nursing students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #9 on the list. The College at Brockport is a medium-sized public school located in Brockport, New York that handed out 1,733 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

Students from New York who attend SUNY Brockport full time pay an average of $8,620 in tuition and fees. Out-of-state students pay an average of $18,530. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $20,471 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 62% were women.

SUNY Brockport does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2020-2021 academic year, around 47% took at least some of their classes online.

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#10

Pace University - New York

New York, New York
1,903 Total Awards
$50,026 Average Tuition & Fees
$23,707 Avg Student Debt

Pace University - New York ranked #10 on this year’s Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York list. Located in New York, New York, the fairly large private not-for-profit school awarded 1,903 diplomas to qualifed bachelor’s degree students in 2021-2022.

The average tuition and fees at Pace University is $50,026. In-state students do not receive a discount, however you may be able to reduce your price if you receive financial aid. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $23,707 in student loans. Around 65% of those degree recipients were women.

Online courses are available at Pace University, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. In fact, around 62% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2020-2021.

Full Pace University - New York Report

#11

SUNY Delhi

Delhi, New York
443 Total Awards
$8,720 Average Tuition & Fees
$20,679 Avg Student Debt

SUNY Delhi ranked #11 on this year’s Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York list. Located in Delhi, New York, the small public school awarded 443 diplomas to qualifed bachelor’s degree students in 2021-2022.

Students from New York who attend SUNY Delhi full time pay an average of $8,720 in tuition and fees. Out-of-state students pay an average of $12,490. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $20,679 in student loans. Around 62% of those degree recipients were women.

SUNY Delhi does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 70% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2020-2021.

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#12

St. John Fisher College

Rochester, New York
683 Total Awards
$37,748 Average Tuition & Fees
$21,383 Avg Student Debt

With a ranking of #12, St. John Fisher College did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for nursing students working on their bachelor’s degree. This small private not-for-profit school is located in Rochester, New York, and it awarded 683 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

The average tuition and fees at Fisher is $37,748. In-state students do not receive a discount, however you may be able to reduce your price if you receive financial aid. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from Fisher accumulate an average of $21,383 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 58% were women.

Depending on your major, you may be able to take online classes at Fisher. In fact, around 35% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2020-2021.

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#13

Lehman College

Bronx, New York
2,824 Total Awards
$7,410 Average Tuition & Fees
$13,629 Avg Student Debt

Lehman College did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for nursing students to get a bachelor’s degree. It came in at #13 on the list. Located in Bronx, New York, the fairly large public school handed out 2,824 bachelor’s degree awards in 2021-2022.

In-state students pay an average of $7,410 in tuition and fees if they attend Lehman full time. Out-of-state students pay an average of $15,360. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from Lehman accumulate an average of $13,629 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 71% were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Lehman. During the 2020-2021 year, about 97% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#14

The Graduate Center, CUNY

New York, New York
838 Total Awards
$7,410 Average Tuition & Fees
$14,240 Avg Student Debt

The Graduate Center, CUNY ranked #14 on this year’s Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York list. New York, New York is the setting for this medium-sized institution of higher learning. The public school handed out bachelor’s degrees to 838 students in 2021-2022.

In-state students pay an average of $7,410 in tuition and fees if they attend The Graduate Center full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $15,360. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from The Graduate Center accumulate an average of $14,240 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Around 72% of those degree recipients were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at The Graduate Center. In 2020-2021 about 99% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

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#15

Binghamton University

Vestal, New York
3,899 Total Awards
$10,363 Average Tuition & Fees
$18,724 Avg Student Debt

Binghamton University came in at #15 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Binghamton University is a fairly large public school located in Vestal, New York that handed out 3,899 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

In-state students pay an average of $10,363 in tuition and fees if they attend Binghamton University full time. Out-of-state students pay an average of $28,203. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $18,724 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 52% were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Binghamton University. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2020-2021 academic year, around 7% took at least some of their classes online.

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#15

Hunter College

New York, New York
3,655 Total Awards
$7,382 Average Tuition & Fees
$13,699 Avg Student Debt

Hunter College came in at #15 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Hunter is a large public school situated in New York, New York. It awarded 3,655 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

In-state students pay an average of $7,382 in tuition and fees if they attend Hunter full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $15,332. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $13,699 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 70% were women.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Hunter. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2020-2021 academic year, around 80% took at least some of their classes online.

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#17

University of Rochester

Rochester, New York
2,090 Total Awards
$61,678 Average Tuition & Fees
$19,773 Avg Student Debt

With a ranking of #17, University of Rochester did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for nursing students working on their bachelor’s degree. University of Rochester is a fairly large private not-for-profit school situated in Rochester, New York. It awarded 2,090 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

The average tuition and fees at University of Rochester is $61,678. In-state students do not receive a discount, however you may be able to reduce your price if you receive financial aid. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from University of Rochester accumulate an average of $19,773 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Around 54% of those degree recipients were women.

One thing to take note of is that University of Rochester does offer online classes in some areas. During the 2020-2021 year, about 8% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

Full University of Rochester Report

#18

D'Youville College

Buffalo, New York
314 Total Awards
$31,170 Average Tuition & Fees
$24,452 Avg Student Debt

With a ranking of #18, D’Youville College did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for nursing students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in Buffalo, New York, the small private not-for-profit school handed out 314 bachelor’s degree awards in 2021-2022.

If you don’t receive financial aid, you can expect a bill for $31,170 to cover tuition and fees at D’Youville College. The school does not offer an in-state discount. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $24,452 in student loans. Around 73% of those degree recipients were women.

Online courses are available at D’Youville College, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 95% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2020-2021.

Full D’Youville College Report

#19

University at Buffalo

Buffalo, New York
5,679 Total Awards
$10,782 Average Tuition & Fees
$19,171 Avg Student Debt

University at Buffalo came in at #19 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. University at Buffalo is a public institution located in Buffalo, New York. The school has a large population, and it awarded 5,679 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

Full-time students from New York pay an average of $10,782 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend University at Buffalo. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $28,702. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $19,171 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 48% were women.

If you are interested in distance education, be sure to check with the school since University at Buffalo does offer online classes for certain majors. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 67% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2020-2021.

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123 Total Awards
$45,009 Average Tuition & Fees
$17,345 Avg Student Debt

Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai Beth Israel came in at #20 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Phillips School of Nursing is located in New York, New York and has a very small student population. In 2021-2022, this school awarded 123 bachelor’s degrees to qualified students.

Phillips School of Nursing does not offer a discount to in-state students, so the average tuition and fees for all undergraduates is $45,009. This amount may be reduced if you receive financial aid. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $17,345 in student loans. Around 88% of those degree recipients were women.

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#21

Wagner College

Staten Island, New York
396 Total Awards
$51,260 Average Tuition & Fees
$21,906 Avg Student Debt

Wagner College came in at #21 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Located in Staten Island, New York, the small private not-for-profit school awarded 396 diplomas to qualifed bachelor’s degree students in 2021-2022.

If you don’t receive financial aid, you can expect a bill for $51,260 to cover tuition and fees at Wagner. The school does not offer an in-state discount. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $21,906 in student loans. Of those students who received their degree, 69% were women.

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#22

Mount Saint Mary College

Newburgh, New York
387 Total Awards
$37,940 Average Tuition & Fees
$23,715 Avg Student Debt

Mount Saint Mary College landed the #22 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree nursing programs. Mount Saint Mary is located in Newburgh, New York and has a small student population. In 2021-2022, this school awarded 387 bachelor’s degrees to qualified students.

If you want to attend Mount Saint Mary, expect to pay an average of $37,940 in tuition and fees. Of course, this could be reduced if you receive financial aid. Bachelor’s Degree recipients from Mount Saint Mary accumulate an average of $23,715 in student debt by the time they complete their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 74% were women.

Depending on your major, you may be able to take online classes at Mount Saint Mary. In 2020-2021 about 53% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

Full Mount Saint Mary College Report

#23

Excelsior University

Albany, New York
2,668 Total Awards
$18,112 Avg Student Debt

Excelsior University ranked #23 on this year’s Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York list. Albany, New York is the setting for this fairly large institution of higher learning. The private not-for-profit school handed out bachelor’s degrees to 2,668 students in 2021-2022.

By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $18,112 in student loans. Of those students who received their degree, 45% were women.

Interested in an online degree? Then you definitely want to check out Excelsior University. Every undergraduate student at the school took at least one class online.

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#24

Daemen College

Amherst, New York
392 Total Awards
$32,760 Average Tuition & Fees
$14,241 Avg Student Debt

Daemen College ranked #24 on this year’s Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York list. This small private not-for-profit school is located in Amherst, New York, and it awarded 392 bachelor’s degrees in 2021-2022.

Daemen College does not offer a discount to in-state students, so the average tuition and fees for all undergraduates is $32,760. This amount may be reduced if you receive financial aid. By the time they get their bachelor’s degree, students from this school have racked up an average of $14,241 in student loans. Of those students who received their degree, 78% were women.

Some students may be able to take online classes at Daemen College. In fact, around 45% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2020-2021.

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#25

SUNY Empire State College

Saratoga Springs, New York
2,036 Total Awards
$7,630 Average Tuition & Fees
$19,832 Avg Student Debt

SUNY Empire State College came in at #25 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York ranking. Saratoga Springs, New York is the setting for this medium-sized institution of higher learning. The public school handed out bachelor’s degrees to 2,036 students in 2021-2022.

Full-time students from New York pay an average of $7,630 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend SUNY Empire. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $17,540. On average, bachelor’s degree students take out $19,832 in loans while pursuing their degree. Of those students who received their degree, 69% were women.

SUNY Empire does offer online classes for certain degree levels. During the 2020-2021 year, about 87% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

Full SUNY Empire State College Report

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Notes and References

Footnotes

*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.

References

  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
  • Information about the national average student loan default rate is from the U.S. Department of Education and refers to data about the 2016 borrower cohort tracking period for which the cohort default rate (CDR) was 10.1%.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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