
Many factors contribute to the overall cost of earning a nursing degree. Generally speaking, private universities are usually the most costly. However, there are steps you can take to reduce the amount of money you’ll need to pay out-of-pocket. By applying for and receiving grants, such financial supplements can cover as much as half of the total cost of schooling, if not more.
A student seeking a bachelor's degree in registered nursing from a private university will end up paying about $27,000 a year, including books, tuition, room and board, and transportation. On the other hand, a student attending a two-year public university for an associate's degree in registered nursing might save money by commuting from home and only pay about $11,000 in total costs. A certificate in nursing will cost even less, since the duration of the coursework typically lasts only several weeks.
Here are the top nursing schools in Alaska, from the most expensive to the least.