Arkansas Tech University
Published tuition$8,508 - $21,536
Online programsYes
Best Online Nursing Programs in Russellville, AR (2026)
Russellville, Arkansas has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $8,508 to $21,536 per year for indexed programs. Russellville has a population of about 29,057. Median household income is $48,708 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Arkansas, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $224,280 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Russellville
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Russellville. Distances are calculated from Russellville city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Russellville. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Published tuitionContact school for pricing
Online programs--
National Park College
Published tuitionContact school for pricing
Online programsYes
Baptist Health College Little Rock
Published tuitionContact school for pricing
Online programs--
University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
Published tuitionContact school for pricing
Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arkansas schools on the Arkansas nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Russellville
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Arkansas, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $78,940 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $56,620 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $224,280 |
| Nurse Midwife | N/A |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,660 |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,430 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Russellville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,057 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $48,708 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
Other Russellville-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Conway, AR – 40.2 mi away (72,360 pop)
- Hot Springs, AR – 54.4 mi away (57,744 pop)
- Benton, AR – 58.0 mi away (35,775 pop)
- Little Rock, AR – 58.3 mi away (442,554 pop)
- Bryant, AR – 58.6 mi away (20,005 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Russellville, AR?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Russellville. The closest is Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR (1.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College (58.4 miles). 3 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Arkansas?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Arkansas are: Nurse Anesthetist ($224,280), Nurse Practitioner ($125,660), Registered Nurse ($78,940). Wages for Russellville workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Conway instead of Russellville?
Conway, AR is 40.2 miles from Russellville and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Russellville an affordable place to study nursing?
Russellville’s median household income of $48,708 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Russellville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Arkansas public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Learn More About Nursing Programs
- Nursing accreditation: what to look for
- Nursing concentrations and specializations
- Is a Nursing degree worth it?
- Main Nursing degree guide
- Online Nursing programs in Arkansas
- Nursing programs by state
Other Programs Available in Russellville
Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for Russellville:
- Criminal Justice programs in Russellville, AR
- Business Administration programs in Russellville, AR
- Computer Science programs in Russellville, AR
- Psychology programs in Russellville, AR
- Education programs in Russellville, AR
- Engineering programs in Russellville, AR
- Technology programs in Russellville, AR
- Liberal Arts programs in Russellville, AR
- Healthcare programs in Russellville, AR
- Cybersecurity programs in Russellville, AR
- Accounting programs in Russellville, AR
- Healthcare Administration programs in Russellville, AR
- Social Work programs in Russellville, AR
- Counseling programs in Russellville, AR
Related from Our Editorial Library
- Best Accredited Online Colleges (2026)
- Best Online Colleges Ranking
- Effective Learning Strategies for Online Students
Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.