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Colleges Known for Nursing & Health

Schools with a widely recognized undergraduate nursing or health-sciences strength.

14 colleges, grouped by overall selectivity so you can mix reaches, targets, and safeties.

Related majors: Nursing, Health Sciences, Public Health.

Most SelectiveUnder ~15% acceptance

Highly Selective~15-30% acceptance

Selective~30-50% acceptance

Moderately Selective~50-75% acceptance

Accessible75%+ acceptance

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Frequently asked questions

How are colleges chosen for Nursing & Health?+

We tag a school only where it has a widely recognized strength in nursing & health, based on peer-assessment rankings and long-standing reputation. It's a curated starting list, not an exhaustive ranking.

Does a college missing from this list not offer nursing & health?+

No. Many colleges offer strong programs that aren't listed here. Check the school's own program pages, accreditation, and how competitive admission to that specific major is.

Is it harder to get into a nursing & health program than the college overall?+

Often, yes. Some schools admit students directly into a specific college or major, and popular programs can be more selective than the school-wide tier shown here. Confirm on the school's admissions site.

Tags reflect widely recognized strengths and may be out of date. Not a ranking. Confirm program details and admission requirements with each school.

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