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Nursing Schools in Mississippi:
ADN, BSN & RN-to-BSN Programs
— 2026 Guide

Mississippi offers accessible community-college ADN and LPN pathways alongside university BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD options. This page lists all 15 Mississippi nursing schools currently profiled in NurseOnShift’s directory (names, cities, and program mix come from each school’s published guide and structured data). Use the finder to filter by pathway, sector, or city; open any card for admissions, costs, and NCLEX discussion with sourced links to the Mississippi Board of Nursing where applicable. The Board also approves additional program sites statewide beyond this catalog.

Alcorn State University University of Mississippi Medical Center Delta State University Robert E. Smith University of Southern Mississippi Coahoma Community East Mississippi Community Hinds Community
✍️ Written by Sid A. Abdala Balal 🩺 Reviewed by Araceli Collado, RN 📅 Updated July 13, 2026 ⏱️ 10 min read
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Mississippi Nursing Education at a Glance

Key data points for prospective nursing students in Mississippi

15
Nursing school guides in this directory
11
Schools with ADN or ASN pathways
4+
Schools with BSN or higher
$5k–$9k
Typical ADN cost range
$18k–$45k
Typical BSN tuition range
MS BON
NCLEX data: see each guide & Board reports

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🎓 Mississippi Nursing Pathways

ADN (2 yrs) → NCLEX-RN → RN-to-BSN Bridge → MSN / DNP → Advanced Practice / Leadership
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👉 Quick picks by goal (not a ranking)

Use these entry points to organize your research. Each shortcut jumps to tools or lists on this page—you still need to compare NCLEX outcomes (by program and year) on the Mississippi Board of Nursing, net price with each school, and your commute or relocation plans.

👉 Best for affordability

Federal scorecard and community-college tuition are usually the lowest sticker cost path to RN licensure. Focus on public community colleges with ADN/LPN ladders, then validate aid and total program cost on each college site.

Sources: MS BON approved programs; each college’s tuition & fees page.

👉 Best for traditional BSN

Four-year universities confer the BSN for first-time nursing students and offer broader clinical and research networks. Compare programs in the BSN list below, then confirm admission tests, deadlines, and NCLEX trends for the specific track.

Sources: MS BON nursing education; school nursing websites.

👉 Best for online RN-to-BSN

Working RNs often need flexible completion programs. Filter this directory for RN-to-BSN, then verify on each school site whether the current option is fully online, hybrid, or campus-based—and whether employer tuition benefits apply.

See also our Mississippi RN-to-BSN hub. Sources: school catalogs; MS BON program approval.

Research starting points

⭐ Featured Nursing Schools in Mississippi (2026)

Editorial spotlight: programs that combine broad visibility with multiple degree levels or large community-college scale. This is not a ranked “#1 school” list and omits many excellent smaller programs.

How we chose these spotlights (not a ranking)

Featured examples from our 15 NurseOnShift Mississippi school guides—selected for catalog breadth (multiple degree levels or a large community-college ADN/LPN footprint), not as a ranked “best schools” list. Cross-check every program against Mississippi Board of Nursing approved-program and NCLEX publications before you apply.

Primary sources for verification: Mississippi Board of Nursing; MS BON nursing education; MS BON NCLEX pass-rate reports (where published); individual school nursing pages linked from each NurseOnShift guide. Data last reviewed 2026-07-13.

Alcorn State University School of Nursing

Why spotlighted: Documented programs include ADN, LPN, BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP in this NurseOnShift guide; confirm current offerings and NCLEX data with the school and MS BON.

Verify with: MS BON.

Coahoma Community College

Why spotlighted: Documented programs include ADN, LPN in this NurseOnShift guide; confirm current offerings and NCLEX data with the school and MS BON.

Verify with: MS BON.

East Mississippi Community College

Why spotlighted: Documented programs include ADN, LPN in this NurseOnShift guide; confirm current offerings and NCLEX data with the school and MS BON.

Verify with: MS BON.

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Data

📊 Mississippi Nursing Schools at a Glance

All 15 Mississippi institutions in our catalog with published NurseOnShift guides. Program tags match each guide’s documented offerings (ADN includes ASN where schools use that label). For NCLEX percentages and cohort years, open the school guide and the Mississippi Board of Nursing reports—this hub does not duplicate board tables.

School Programs NCLEX Est. Tuition Type City
Alcorn State University School of NursingADN, LPN, BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNPBSN 93.24% 3-yr (IHL); ASN 89.29% 3-yr (IHL)—see SON PDF for annual rows (MS BON)$$$PublicNatchez
Coahoma Community CollegeADN, LPN82.28% 3-yr (IHL ’25 table); 80% first-write (’24, CCC) (MS BON)$PublicClarksdale
Delta State University Robert E. Smith School of NursingBSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP100% (BSN; CY 2022–24; IHL 2025 report / MS BON–NCSBN) (MS BON)$$$PublicCleveland
East Mississippi Community CollegeADN, LPN97.06% 3-yr (IHL ’25); 91.16% first-time (AY 23–24, EMCC) (MS BON)$PublicScooba
Hinds Community CollegeADN, LPN95.95% 1st-time (CY 2024, Hinds ADN PDF) (MS BON)$PublicRaymond
Holmes Community CollegeADN, LPN98.26% 3-yr (IHL 2025 table) (MS BON)$PublicGoodman
Itawamba Community CollegeADN, LPN99.03% 3-yr (IHL ’25); 95.7% ’25 cohort (ICC PDF) (MS BON)$PublicFulton
Jones CollegeADN, LPN99.42% 3-yr (IHL 2025; Jones County JC row) (MS BON)$PublicEllisville
Meridian Community CollegeADN, LPN92% first-time (’25, MCC / MS BON); 98.51% 3-yr (IHL CY 22–24) (MS BON)$PublicMeridian
Mississippi Delta Community CollegeADN, LPN90.24% (2024; MS IHL / BON table) (MS BON)$PublicMoorhead
Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeADN, LPN98.58% 3-yr (MS IHL 2025, CY 2022–24) (MS BON)$PublicSenatobia
Pearl River Community CollegeLPN96.73% 3-yr (IHL ’25); 96.77% CY ’24 (PRCC) (MS BON)$$PublicPoplarville
Southwest Mississippi Community CollegeADN, LPN99.53% 3-yr (IHL 2025 table) (MS BON)$PublicSummit
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of NursingBSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD98.18% 3-yr bachelor (CY 22–24, MS IHL / BON) (MS BON)$$$PublicJackson
University of Southern Mississippi School of NursingBSN, RN-to-BSN, DNP99.77% 3-yr (BSN; 100% CY 2023–24; IHL 2025 / MS BON–NCSBN) (MS BON)$$$PublicHattiesburg

Tuition symbols are directional only ($ community/ADN-focused, $$$$ typical private BSN)—confirm net price on each school’s site. NCLEX: use the linked guide plus MS BON publications (e.g. annual reports and approved-program documents) for the same period you are comparing.

Compare options, then narrow by location

Use the full 36-school table for a side-by-side snapshot, or jump to metro cards if geography is your first filter. NurseOnShift does not pick a single “best” school for you—verification with MS BON and each institution remains essential.

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Mississippi’s nursing programs span four major pathways. Click any school to view its full profile including admission requirements, clinical sites, and accreditation details.

📋 ADN Programs — Associate Degree in Nursing

Community college route to RN licensure in ~2 years

11 colleges

ADN programs are Mississippi’s most affordable and fastest route to becoming a registered nurse. Offered primarily through the state’s community college system, these 2-year programs include classroom instruction, simulation labs, and clinical rotations at local hospitals and healthcare facilities. Upon graduation, students are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN. Many ADN nurses subsequently pursue an RN-to-BSN bridge program to advance their careers.

Alcorn State University School of Nursing Coahoma Community College East Mississippi Community College Hinds Community College Holmes Community College Itawamba Community College Jones College Meridian Community College Mississippi Delta Community College Northwest Mississippi Community College Southwest Mississippi Community College

🎓 BSN Programs — Bachelor of Science in Nursing

4-year university degrees with expanded clinical and leadership training

4 schools / BSN+

BSN programs provide a more comprehensive nursing education, blending clinical training with coursework in research, public health, leadership, and evidence-based practice. Mississippi’s major university nursing schools are ACEN or CCNE accredited. BSN-prepared nurses are increasingly preferred by hospital employers and are better positioned for specialty roles, management, and graduate education.

Alcorn State University School of Nursing Delta State University Robert E. Smith School of Nursing University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing University of Southern Mississippi School of Nursing

🔼 RN-to-BSN, MSN & DNP Bridge Programs

Advance your nursing career — often available online

Major RN-BSN & grad hubs

For working RNs, Mississippi offers numerous pathways to advance from ADN to BSN, BSN to MSN, and MSN to DNP. Several universities offer fully online or hybrid formats, making it practical to work while studying. MSN tracks include nurse educator, nurse administrator, and APRN specializations. DNP programs prepare nurses for the highest level of clinical practice and health system leadership.

Alcorn State University School of Nursing Delta State University Robert E. Smith School of Nursing University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing University of Southern Mississippi School of Nursing
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📍 Mississippi Nursing Schools by City & Region

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Guidance

🧭 How to Choose a Nursing School in Mississippi

Picking the right program depends on your goals, budget, location, and timeline. Here are the six most important factors to evaluate.

1

NCLEX Pass Rate

Look for programs with strong recent first-attempt outcomes and review multi-year trends in Mississippi Board of Nursing reports. Many applicants prioritize programs consistently above 90%.

2

Accreditation

Confirm ACEN or CCNE accreditation. This is required for graduate school admission and most employer tuition reimbursement programs.

3

Tuition & Financial Aid

Community college ADN programs cost $5k–$9k total vs $18k–$45k/yr for private BSN programs. Factor in scholarships, FAFSA, and Mississippi’s STARS scholarship.

4

Clinical Partnerships

Schools partnered with major Mississippi health systems and academic medical centers offer richer clinical experiences and often faster job placement.

5

Program Format

Working adults should explore evening/weekend or online-hybrid ADN and RN-to-BSN options. Several Mississippi programs offer flexible scheduling.

6

Career Goals

ADN is sufficient for bedside nursing. If you aim for management, CRNA, NP, or research, plan for a BSN → MSN → DNP/PhD pathway from the start.

Finance

💰 Cost of Nursing School in Mississippi

Tuition varies widely by program type and institution. Mississippi community colleges make the ADN one of the most affordable entry points in the Southeast.

Community College ADN

$4,000–$9,000

Total program cost at most Mississippi community colleges. Does not include books (~$1,500), uniforms, and clinical fees. PELL grants and STARS scholarships can eliminate most costs for qualifying students.

Public University BSN

$10,000–$22,000/yr

In-state tuition at Mississippi public universities. Room and board not included. Total 4-year cost typically $40k–$88k.

Private University BSN/MSN

$30,000–$60,000+/yr

Private schools like Samford, Spring Hill, and Oakwood charge higher tuition but often offer significant institutional scholarships that can reduce net cost considerably.

Financial Aid Tips

  • File FAFSA every year — nursing students often qualify for federal grants and subsidized loans
  • State and federal grant programs may cover much of community-college tuition for qualifying residents
  • Many Mississippi hospitals offer tuition reimbursement for employed nurses pursuing BSN/MSN
  • The NHSC Scholarship Program offers funding in exchange for service in underserved areas
Metrics

📈 NCLEX Pass Rates in Mississippi

NCLEX pass rates are the clearest indicator of a nursing program’s effectiveness. Here’s what you need to know about Mississippi’s standards and what to look for.

Mississippi Board of Nursing Standards

The Mississippi Board of Nursing publishes annual NCLEX performance data that can help applicants compare programs. Rather than relying on a single fixed benchmark, review recent board reports, look for multi-year trends, and compare school-level outcomes with the statewide picture for the same program type.

Pass rates are published annually by the MS BON and are the most objective quality metric available when comparing programs. Always request program-specific pass rate history — not just state averages — when evaluating schools.

How to benchmark NCLEX responsibly

Many applicants review first-attempt NCLEX-RN pass rates by program and year. Treat any single figure as a snapshot: cohort sizes differ, and rates move over time. Prefer multi-year trends from the board over one headline percentage. Nationally, NCSBN publishes annual NCLEX performance summaries if you want a big-picture comparison.

  • Use the Mississippi Board of Nursing site for official program-level disclosures tied to approved nursing education.
  • Cross-check the specific program name, track (ADN vs BSN vs RN-to-BSN), and reporting year in the board document before comparing schools.
  • When a NurseOnShift guide cites a rate, it should name the source and period; if it points you to the board instead, follow that link for the number.
Sources

📚 Data References

Official board reports, each linked NurseOnShift Mississippi guide (program lists, schema, and cited school URLs), and national accreditation and exam sources used for this hub.

Each profile lists documented programs, admissions and cost discussion, NCLEX sourcing language, JSON-LD Course entities, and a Data sources / References section with institutional URLs. Program badges on this hub are derived from the same guide data.

Important: tuition, fees, accreditation, admissions standards, and program availability change regularly. Always verify current details directly with the school and the Mississippi Board of Nursing before publishing or enrolling.

FAQ

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about nursing schools in Mississippi.

The Mississippi Board of Nursing approves many nursing education programs statewide. This NurseOnShift hub links to 36 Mississippi institutions we currently profile with full guides, from community-college ADN/LPN ladders through doctoral nursing programs. Always confirm the latest approved-program list with the Board and the school.
Community college ADN programs are typically the most affordable entry point, often costing about $4,000–$9,000 in tuition and required program costs. Schools such as Shelton State Community College, Jefferson State Community College, and Bevill State Community College are often considered lower-cost options. Financial aid availability varies by student and school, so verify current tuition, fees, and aid directly with each institution.
Both lead to RN licensure via the NCLEX-RN. However, BSN-prepared nurses typically earn higher salaries, qualify for more positions, and are strongly preferred by Magnet-status hospitals in Mississippi. Many nurses choose the more affordable ADN-first path, then complete an online RN-to-BSN program while working — this is a practical and cost-effective strategy in Mississippi.
Focus on programs with strong recent NCLEX outcomes and review multi-year trends in the latest Mississippi Board of Nursing reports. Many applicants prioritize schools consistently achieving 90% or above. recent MS BON data in this guide ranges from 50% to 100%, but you should always verify the most recent annual MS BON report and not rely on a single year alone.
Yes. Mississippi universities including Troy University, the University of Mississippi, the University of South Mississippi, and the University of West Mississippi offer online or hybrid RN-to-BSN pathways. Format, pace, and admission requirements vary by school, so confirm whether the current option is fully online, hybrid, or campus-based before applying.
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Sid A. Abdala Balal

Medical Content Writer · NurseOnShift

Sid A. Abdala Balal develops evidence-based nursing education content for NurseOnShift, specializing in nursing school guides, admissions clarity, and licensure outcome research.

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Araceli Collado, RN

Registered Nurse · Clinical Reviewer

Araceli reviews all NurseOnShift nursing school content for clinical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and educational relevance. Her review ensures program-level guidance is checked against current Mississippi Board of Nursing and official school sources before publication.

This page is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Program information including tuition, NCLEX pass rates, and accreditation status changes regularly. Always verify current data directly with each institution and the Mississippi Board of Nursing. This content follows our Medical Review Process and Editorial Policy.