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2024 Best Nursing Schools in Alaska

1 College in Alaska
143 Nursing Degrees Awarded
$92,010 Avg Early-Career Salary
Ranked #3 in popularity, nursing is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.

There was only one school in Alaska to review for the 2024 Best Nursing Schools in Alaska ranking.

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Pick Your Nursing Degree Level

Bachelor's Degrees in Nursing
Master's Degrees in Nursing
Doctor's Degrees in Nursing

The nursing school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Nursing Schools in Alaska. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.

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Best Schools for Nursing in Alaska

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the nursing degree levels they offer.

Top Alaska Schools in Nursing

1
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
142 Nursing Degrees Awarded
$92,010 Median Starting Salary

University of Alaska Anchorage is a great choice for students pursuing a degree in nursing. UAA is a large public university located in the large city of Anchorage.

Graduates who receive their degree from the nursing program make about $92,010 for their early career.

More information about a degree in nursing from University of Alaska Anchorage

Best Nursing Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Best Nursing Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

StateCollegesDegrees Awarded
California33017,965
Washington3003,806
Oregon2661,502
Nevada1921,994
Hawaii164534

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Nursing is one of 34 different types of Health Professions programs to choose from.

Nursing Focus Areas

MajorAnnual Graduates
Registered Nursing140
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing1
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing1
Nursing Practice1

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Majors Similar to Nursing

Related MajorAnnual Graduates
Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services166
Public Health111
Health & Medical Administrative Services99
Health/Medical Prep Programs94
Mental & Social Health Services46
Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants46
Somatic Bodywork & Therapeutic Services45
Allied Health Professions38
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science38
Dental Support Services27

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