Uintah Basin Technical College
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Best Online Nursing Programs in Vernal, UT (2026)
Vernal, Utah has 3 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $4,250 to $21,006 per year for indexed programs. Vernal has a population of about 10,254. Median household income is $59,178 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 14.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Utah, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Midwife at a median $130,930 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Vernal
The 3 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 3 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Vernal. Distances are calculated from Vernal 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 Vernal. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Published tuition$4,454 - $21,006
Online programsYes
Western Wyoming Community College
Published tuition$4,250 - $15,333
Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Utah schools on the Utah nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Vernal
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Utah, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $84,600 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,230 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $126,600 |
| Nurse Midwife | $130,930 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,920 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,840 |
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.
Vernal at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,254 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $59,178 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 14.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in Uintah County | 297 workers, 8 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Vernal-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Rock Springs, WY – 80.7 mi away (27,173 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Vernal, UT?
Our directory has 3 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Vernal. The closest is Uintah Basin Technical College in Roosevelt, UT (25.3 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Western Wyoming Community College (80.3 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Utah?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Utah are: Nurse Midwife ($130,930), Nurse Practitioner ($130,920), Nurse Anesthetist ($126,600). Wages for Vernal workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Rock Springs instead of Vernal?
Rock Springs, WY is 80.7 miles from Vernal 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 Vernal an affordable place to study nursing?
Vernal’s median household income of $59,178 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Vernal while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Utah 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.