Best Online Nursing Programs in Staten Island, NY (2026)
Staten Island, New York has a population of about 476,015. There are 5 accredited nursing programs within 100 miles of Staten Island. In the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Practitioner at a median $152,790 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Staten Island
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer nursing programs. Distances are calculated from Staten Island city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Training Institute | Perth Amboy, NJ | 8.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin | Iselin, NJ | 8.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Healthcare Training Institute | Union, NJ | 10.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ | Cranford, NJ | 10.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Essex County College | Newark, NJ | 10.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Staten Island
Staten Island is part of the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (BLS area code 35620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $113,490 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $100,790 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $72,800 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $64,654 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | N/A | NY statewide | – |
| Nurse Midwife | $138,980 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $123,428 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $152,790 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $135,693 |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,810 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $42,460 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 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.
Staten Island at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 112.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Staten Island-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Carteret, NJ – 4.1 mi away (23,992 pop)
- Linden, NJ – 5.5 mi away (42,457 pop)
- Bayonne, NJ – 6.0 mi away (66,238 pop)
- Elizabeth, NJ – 6.1 mi away (128,640 pop)
- Rahway, NJ – 7.1 mi away (29,451 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing programs are near Staten Island, NY?
Our directory lists 5 nursing programs within 100 miles of Staten Island. The closest is Universal Training Institute in Perth Amboy, NJ (8.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Essex County College (10.9 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Staten Island?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Staten Island are: Nurse Practitioner ($152,790), Nurse Midwife ($138,980), Registered Nurse ($113,490). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Carteret instead of Staten Island?
Carteret, NJ is 4.1 miles from Staten Island 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.
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.