Nursing · Iowa
Nursing Programs in Iowa
Find accredited nursing programs serving Iowa students. Healthcare credentials are licensed at the state level, so where you train matters — request information from programs accepting applicants now.
Top Nursing schools in Iowa
Ranked by graduate outcomes — earnings, completion, and value.
#1 Northwest Iowa Community College Sheldon #2 Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids #3 Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge #4 Luther College Decorah #5 University of Iowa Iowa City #6 Hawkeye Community College Waterloo #7 Northeast Iowa Community College Calmar #8 Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids #9 University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls #10 Saint Ambrose University Davenport #11 Drake University Des Moines #12 Simpson College Indianola
See the full Iowa ranking → Licensure in Iowa
Most healthcare credentials are issued by state boards, and many programs are built around Iowa's clinical-placement and licensure rules. Confirm that any program you consider is accredited and meets Iowa's requirements for nursing.
