Nursing schools in California — Page 5

Browse 355 current public campus profiles representing 713 nursing programs in California. These are the programs currently listed in the directory, not a claim of complete statewide coverage.

LPN-to-RN is the largest current pathway grouping at 137 programs; On campus appears on 511 programs.

Reviewed September 2026

Campus profiles
355
Programs
713

Current program evidence

Counts describe the programs below and retain each program's current status; they do not imply approval, accreditation, admissions availability, or resident eligibility.

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Delivery formats

  • On campus 511 programs
  • Hybrid 152 programs
  • Online 50 programs

Approval and accreditation context

State approval, institutional accreditation, and programmatic accreditation are separate facts. An authority listed here is current state-level context from published program evidence; it does not mean every program on this page has the same approval or accreditation status.

  • California nursing approval authority Reviewed September 6, 2026

California campus profiles — Page 5

Showing page 5 of 15. Physical campuses and nonphysical or institution locations are labeled separately.

  • Physical instructional campus

    Chaffey College: Chaffey College — Rancho Cucamonga Campus

    Institution
    Chaffey College
    Campus
    Chaffey College — Rancho Cucamonga Campus
    Location
    Rancho Cucamonga, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Nursing: ADN — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Nursing VN to RN — Associate in ScienceLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Nursing VN to RN · On Campus · Active
    • Nursing VN to RN: Non-Degree OptionLPN-to-RN · Certificate of Career Preparation — nondegree 30-unit RN option · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Chamberlain University: Irwindale Campus

    Institution
    Chamberlain University
    Campus
    Irwindale Campus
    Location
    Irwindale, CA
    0 programs

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Chamberlain University: Sacramento Campus

    Institution
    Chamberlain University
    Campus
    Sacramento Campus
    Location
    Rancho Cordova, CA
    Delivery
    Hybrid
    Program status
    Active 2
    2 programs
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing — California campusesTraditional BSN · Bachelor of Science in Nursing · Hybrid · Active
    • California Military Healthcare Advanced Standing by Proficiency TestingMilitary Medic-to-RN · Bachelor of Science in Nursing · Hybrid · Active

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Charles A. Jones Career and Education Center: Charles A. Jones Career and Education Center — Sacramento

    Institution
    Charles A. Jones Career and Education Center
    Campus
    Charles A. Jones Career and Education Center — Sacramento
    Location
    Sacramento, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Completion · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science: Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing

    Institution
    Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
    Campus
    Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing
    Location
    Los Angeles, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus, Hybrid
    Program status
    Active 11
    11 programs
    • Pre-Nursing to Bachelor of Science in NursingTraditional BSN · Bachelor of Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Entry-Level Master of Science in NursingDirect-Entry Prelicensure Master's · Master of Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN to RN 30-Unit Option (Non-Graduate)LPN-to-RN · No degree; California RN licensure eligibility · On Campus · Active

    8 more programs on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Citrus College: Citrus College — Glendora Campus

    Institution
    Citrus College
    Campus
    Citrus College — Glendora Campus
    Location
    Glendora, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Registered Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Advanced Placement Option — LVN to RNLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN 30-Unit OptionLPN-to-RN · Nondegree RN licensure coursework; not an ADN graduate · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    City College of San Francisco: City College of San Francisco — John Adams Center

    Institution
    City College of San Francisco
    Campus
    City College of San Francisco — John Adams Center
    Location
    San Francisco, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 3
    3 programs
    • Vocational Nursing — Certificate of AchievementPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Vocational Nursing — Credit by Examination and Advanced PlacementPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Certified Nurse Assistant Advanced Standing — Vocational NursingCNA-to-LPN · Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    City College of San Francisco: City College of San Francisco — Ocean Campus

    Institution
    City College of San Francisco
    Campus
    City College of San Francisco — Ocean Campus
    Location
    San Francisco, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Registered Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN Advanced Placement — Registered Nursing ASLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN 30 Unit OptionLPN-to-RN · Nondegree RN licensure option; not an associate-degree graduate · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Clement Career College: Clement Career College — Gardena

    Institution
    Clement Career College
    Campus
    Clement Career College — Gardena
    Location
    Gardena, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Completion · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Clovis Adult Education: Clovis Adult Education — Clovis

    Institution
    Clovis Adult Education
    Campus
    Clovis Adult Education — Clovis
    Location
    Clovis, CA
    0 programs

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    CNI College: CNI College — Santa Ana

    Institution
    CNI College
    Campus
    CNI College — Santa Ana
    Location
    Santa Ana, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus, Hybrid
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Diploma · On Campus · Active
    • Bachelor of Science in NursingTraditional BSN · Bachelor of Science in Nursing · Hybrid · Active
    • Vocational Nursing — CNA Advanced StandingCNA-to-LPN · Diploma · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of Marin: College of Marin — Kentfield Campus

    Institution
    College of Marin
    Campus
    College of Marin — Kentfield Campus
    Location
    Kentfield, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 3
    3 programs
    • Nursing Education: Registered — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Nursing Education: Registered · On Campus · Active
    • Licensed Vocational Nurse Advanced Standing — Nursing ASLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Nursing Education: Registered · On Campus · Active
    • LVN 30-Unit OptionLPN-to-RN · Nondegree RN licensure option; no Associate in Science and not a program graduate · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of Nursing & Technology: College of Nursing & Technology — Chatsworth

    Institution
    College of Nursing & Technology
    Campus
    College of Nursing & Technology — Chatsworth
    Location
    Chatsworth, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Diploma · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of San Mateo: College of San Mateo — San Mateo Campus

    Institution
    College of San Mateo
    Campus
    College of San Mateo — San Mateo Campus
    Location
    San Mateo, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 3
    3 programs
    • Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN Advanced Placement — Associate Degree OptionLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN 30 Unit OptionLPN-to-RN · Nondegree RN licensure option; no Associate in Science · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Canyons: College of the Canyons — Valencia Campus

    Institution
    College of the Canyons
    Campus
    College of the Canyons — Valencia Campus
    Location
    Santa Clarita, CA
    0 programs

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Desert: College of the Desert — Palm Desert Campus

    Institution
    College of the Desert
    Campus
    College of the Desert — Palm Desert Campus
    Location
    Palm Desert, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 9
    9 programs
    • Vocational Nursing — Certificate of AchievementPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Vocational Nursing — Associate in SciencePractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Associate in Science in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Nursing — Registered Nursing ASAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active

    6 more programs on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Redwoods: College of the Redwoods — Del Norte Education Center

    Institution
    College of the Redwoods
    Campus
    College of the Redwoods — Del Norte Education Center
    Location
    Crescent City, CA
    0 programs

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Redwoods: College of the Redwoods — Eureka Campus

    Institution
    College of the Redwoods
    Campus
    College of the Redwoods — Eureka Campus
    Location
    Eureka, CA
    0 programs

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Sequoias: College of the Sequoias — Visalia Campus

    Institution
    College of the Sequoias
    Campus
    College of the Sequoias — Visalia Campus
    Location
    Visalia, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4; Admissions closed 1
    5 programs
    • Registered Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Year Round Registered Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Admissions closed
    • LVN to RN Advanced Placement — Associate in ScienceLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Registered Nursing · On Campus · Active

    2 more programs on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    College of the Siskiyous: College of the Siskiyous — Yreka Campus, Rural Health Science Institute

    Institution
    College of the Siskiyous
    Campus
    College of the Siskiyous — Yreka Campus, Rural Health Science Institute
    Location
    Yreka, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Vocational Nursing — Certificate of AchievementPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • Vocational Nursing — Associate of SciencePractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN to RN Step-Up — Associate Degree NursingLPN-to-RN · Associate of Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Comfort Paradise Training Institute: Comfort Paradise Training Institute — Alhambra

    Institution
    Comfort Paradise Training Institute
    Campus
    Comfort Paradise Training Institute — Alhambra
    Location
    Alhambra, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational Nursing ProgramPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Certificate · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Compton College

    Institution
    Compton College
    Location
    Compton, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 4
    4 programs
    • Nursing — Associate in ScienceAssociate Degree Nursing (ADN/ASN) · Associate in Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN to RN Upward Mobility — Associate in ScienceLPN-to-RN · Associate in Science in Nursing · On Campus · Active
    • LVN 30 Unit OptionLPN-to-RN · Nondegree RN licensure option; no nursing associate degree · On Campus · Active

    1 more program on the campus profile.

    Reviewed September 6, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Concorde Career College — Garden Grove

    Institution
    Concorde Career College — Garden Grove
    Location
    Garden Grove, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Diploma · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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  • Physical instructional campus

    Concorde Career College — North Hollywood

    Institution
    Concorde Career College — North Hollywood
    Location
    North Hollywood, CA
    Delivery
    On Campus
    Program status
    Active 1
    1 program
    • Vocational NursingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN) · Diploma · On Campus · Active

    Reviewed September 5, 2026

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