The state of Oklahoma has 26,000 registered nurses (RNs), 12,000 licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and 17,000 certified nursing assistants (CNAs). To meet this high demand from employers, Oklahoma’s colleges and universities offer a broad range of nursing education programs. Prospective nursing students can choose to attend a large public university with state-of-the-art facilities, or a private college with limited class sizes. Below we profile examples of both types of nursing schools.
University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma’s College of Nursing is the largest and oldest nursing school in the state. Students can choose to enroll in one of three campuses: Oklahoma City, Tulsa, or Lawton. Those who enroll in the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program can graduate as registered nurses. The median income of Oklahoma’s RNs is $56,870.
This private, religiously affiliated university has a smaller nursing enrollment of 730 students. As a Christian institution, the school regularly organizes international and national mission trips to enhance a student’s learning experience. The university also enjoys an excellent track record of success on the NCLEX-RN national licensure exam. Graduates can work with major local employers such as OU Medical Center.
Great Plains Technology Center
With only 265 enrollees, this institution has one of the smallest nursing schools in the state. Students enjoy a more intimate classroom setting, enhancing their learning experience. Great Plains currently offers a licensed practical nursing certificate program at both its Lawton and Frederick campuses.
Scroll below for a complete list of accredited nursing programs in Oklahoma, organized from the largest to the smallest class size.