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2025 Best Registered Nursing Doctor's Degree Schools in the New England Region

2 Colleges in the New England Region
143 Doctor's Degrees
Ranked #25 in popularity, registered nursing is one of the most sought-after doctor's degree programs in the nation. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.

In 2025, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Registered Nursing Doctor's Degree Schools in the New England Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 143 doctor's degrees in registered nursing to qualified students.

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Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for registered nursing students working on their doctor's degree.

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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Registered Nursing Doctor's Degree Schools in the New England Region list, to help you choose the best school for you.

Best Schools for Doctorate Students to Study Registered Nursing in the New England Region

Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for registered nursing students seeking a a doctor's degree.

Top New England Region Schools for a Doctorate in Registered Nursing

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
11 Annual Graduates

Northeastern University is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a doctor's degree in registered nursing. Northeastern is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Boston.More information about a doctorate in registered nursing from Northeastern University

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Regis College
Weston, MA
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
106 Annual Graduates

Regis College is one of the best schools in the country for getting a doctor's degree in registered nursing. Regis College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the suburb of Weston.More information about a doctorate in registered nursing from Regis College

Best Registered Nursing Colleges by State

Explore the best registered nursing schools for a specific state in the New England Region .

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Massachusetts 284 54
Connecticut 138 19

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One of 23 majors within the Nursing area of study, Registered Nursing has other similar majors worth exploring.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Nursing Practice 279
Nursing Science 82
Nurse Anesthetist 62
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 50
Nursing Administration 29
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing 15
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing 3
Nurse Midwife/Nursing Midwifery 2

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