North Arkansas College
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Best Online Nursing Programs in Branson, MO (2026)
Branson, Missouri has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs. Branson has a population of about 12,760. Median household income is $54,961 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Missouri, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $242,630 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Branson
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Branson. Distances are calculated from Branson 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 Branson. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Ozarks Technical Community College
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Cox College
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Arkansas State University-Mountain Home
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NorthWest Arkansas Community College
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Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Missouri schools on the Missouri nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Branson
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Missouri, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $81,780 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,530 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $242,630 |
| Nurse Midwife | $130,220 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,930 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,680 |
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.
Branson at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,760 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $54,961 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
Other Branson-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Nixa, MO – 27.4 mi away (21,201 pop)
- Springfield, MO – 37.6 mi away (287,124 pop)
- Rogers, AR – 54.4 mi away (65,021 pop)
- Bentonville, AR – 57.3 mi away (47,093 pop)
- Bella Vista, AR – 57.3 mi away (28,406 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Branson, MO?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Branson. The closest is North Arkansas College in Harrison, AR (31.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is NorthWest Arkansas Community College (54.4 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Missouri?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Missouri are: Nurse Anesthetist ($242,630), Nurse Midwife ($130,220), Nurse Practitioner ($129,930). Wages for Branson workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Nixa instead of Branson?
Nixa, MO is 27.4 miles from Branson 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 Branson an affordable place to study nursing?
Branson’s median household income of $54,961 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Branson while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Missouri 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.