Jackson College
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Best Online Nursing Programs in Adrian, MI (2026)
Adrian, Michigan has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs. Adrian has a population of about 20,493. Median household income is $42,851 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Michigan, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $247,010 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Adrian
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Adrian. Distances are calculated from Adrian 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 Adrian. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
University of Toledo
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Athena Career Academy
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Stautzenberger College-Maumee
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Professional Skills Institute
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Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Michigan schools on the Michigan nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Adrian
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Michigan, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $94,300 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,460 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $247,010 |
| Nurse Midwife | $125,140 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,450 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,570 |
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.
Adrian at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,493 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $42,851 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
Other Adrian-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Toledo, OH – 28.9 mi away (492,237 pop)
- Jackson, MI – 30.0 mi away (88,394 pop)
- Ann Arbor, MI – 30.6 mi away (324,421 pop)
- Ypsilanti, MI – 32.2 mi away (21,018 pop)
- Perrysburg, OH – 32.5 mi away (21,592 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Adrian, MI?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Adrian. The closest is Jackson College in Jackson, MI (26.0 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Professional Skills Institute (29.0 miles). 3 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Michigan?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Michigan are: Nurse Anesthetist ($247,010), Nurse Practitioner ($131,450), Nurse Midwife ($125,140). Wages for Adrian workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Toledo instead of Adrian?
Toledo, OH is 28.9 miles from Adrian 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 Adrian an affordable place to study nursing?
Adrian’s median household income of $42,851 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Adrian while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan 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.
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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.