With over 90,000 practicing RNs, Michigan has the eighth-largest nurse workforce in the country. But with 38 percent of them above the age of 54, and 43 percent planning on retiring by 2025, according to the Michigan Center for Nursing, the state needs plenty of new graduates to replace them. Advanced practice nurses are needed too and the number of students in MSN and doctorate programs has all increased over the past 10 years. This comprehensive guide compares nursing schools in Michigan, explains the steps to licensure, and gives prospective students an idea of what to expect in terms of salary.
- Top Nursing Schools in Michigan
- Search Nursing Schools
- State Licensing Requirements
- Nursing by the Numbers
- Resources & Associations
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To be considered for this ranking, schools were required to meet the following criteria:
- Accredited at the institutional level
- Private nonprofit or public school
- Minimum of 1 bachelor's or master's degree in subject area for 4-year schools
- Minimum of 1 associate degree or certificate program in subject area for 2-year schools
Schools were then scored on factors such as:
- Cost & Financial Aid
- Number and variety of program offerings
- Student-teacher ratios
- Graduation rates (4-year schools only)
- Placement and support services offered
- Academic/Career counseling services
- Employment services
- Loan default rates
These factors were assembled for each school and rated using a peer-based-value (PBV) calculation. PBV compares the cost of a program to the cost of other programs with the same (or similar) qualitative score and cost. PBV denotes the overall value or "bang for your buck" of a college or degree program.
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Top 电竞赚钱决赛积分(电竞赚钱详情登录) Programs
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University of Michigan-Ann ArborLocation
Ann Arbor, MI
Graduation Rate91%
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Madonna UniversityLocation
Livonia, MI
Graduation Rate50%
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Andrews UniversityLocation
Berrien Springs, MI
Graduation Rate59%
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Michigan State UniversityLocation
East Lansing, MI
Graduation Rate79%
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University of Detroit MercyLocation
Detroit, MI
Graduation Rate54%
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Grand Valley State UniversityLocation
Allendale, MI
Graduation Rate65%
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University of Michigan-FlintLocation
Flint, MI
Graduation Rate34%
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Spring Arbor UniversityLocation
Spring Arbor, MI
Graduation Rate54%
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Northern Michigan UniversityLocation
Marquette, MI
Graduation Rate48%
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Hope CollegeLocation
Holland, MI
Graduation Rate80%
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Saginaw Valley State UniversityLocation
University Center, MI
Graduation Rate40%
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Wayne State UniversityLocation
Detroit, MI
Graduation Rate34%
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Siena Heights UniversityLocation
Adrian, MI
Graduation Rate51%
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Aquinas CollegeLocation
Grand Rapids, MI
Graduation Rate52%
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Lake Michigan CollegeLocation
Benton Harbor, MI
Graduation Rate15%
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Oakland UniversityLocation
Rochester Hills, MI
Graduation Rate46%
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Western Michigan UniversityLocation
Kalamazoo, MI
Graduation Rate54%
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Calvin CollegeLocation
Grand Rapids, MI
Graduation Rate74%
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Rochester CollegeLocation
Rochester Hills, MI
Graduation Rate45%
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Lake Superior State UniversityLocation
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Graduation Rate46%
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Ferris State UniversityLocation
Big Rapids, MI
Graduation Rate43%
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Northwestern Michigan CollegeLocation
Traverse City, MI
Graduation Rate19%
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Finlandia UniversityLocation
Hancock, MI
Graduation Rate36%
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Eastern Michigan UniversityLocation
Ypsilanti, MI
Graduation Rate37%
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Baker CollegeLocation
Owosso, MI
Graduation Rate13%
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Davenport UniversityLocation
Grand Rapids, MI
Graduation Rate40%
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West Shore Community CollegeLocation
Scottville, MI
Graduation Rate20%
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Glen Oaks Community CollegeLocation
Centreville, MI
Graduation Rate26%
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Alpena Community CollegeLocation
Alpena, MI
Graduation Rate35%
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Washtenaw Community CollegeLocation
Ann Arbor, MI
Graduation Rate17%
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Lansing Community CollegeLocation
Lansing, MI
Graduation Rate11%
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Gogebic Community CollegeLocation
Ironwood, MI
Graduation Rate34%
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Montcalm Community CollegeLocation
Sidney, MI
Graduation Rate16%
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Kellogg Community CollegeLocation
Battle Creek, MI
Graduation Rate14%
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Kirtland Community CollegeLocation
Roscommon, MI
Graduation Rate17%
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Delta CollegeLocation
University Center, MI
Graduation Rate12%
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St Clair County Community CollegeLocation
Port Huron, MI
Graduation Rate18%
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Monroe County Community CollegeLocation
Monroe, MI
Graduation Rate14%
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Southwestern Michigan CollegeLocation
Dowagiac, MI
Graduation Rate20%
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Bay de Noc Community CollegeLocation
Escanaba, MI
Graduation Rate16%
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Grand Rapids Community CollegeLocation
Grand Rapids, MI
Graduation Rate13%
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North Central Michigan CollegeLocation
Petoskey, MI
Graduation Rate8%
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Kalamazoo Valley Community CollegeLocation
Kalamazoo, MI
Graduation Rate10%
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Wayne County Community College DistrictLocation
Detroit, MI
Graduation Rate10%
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Muskegon Community CollegeLocation
Muskegon, MI
Graduation Rate18%
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Schoolcraft CollegeLocation
Livonia, MI
Graduation Rate17%
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Oakland Community CollegeLocation
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Graduation Rate8%
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Macomb Community CollegeLocation
Warren, MI
Graduation Rate12%
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Henry Ford Community CollegeLocation
Dearborn, MI
Graduation Rate6%
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Mid Michigan Community CollegeLocation
Harrison, MI
Graduation Rate12%
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Mott Community CollegeLocation
Flint, MI
Graduation Rate10%
Requirements for MI Nursing Licenses
In order to earn a professional license in Michigan, nurses must adhere to the standards set forth by the Michigan Board of Nursing . This agency is responsible for regulating nursing school programs, investigating professional infractions, and revoking licenses when necessary.
Earning a License by Exam or Endorsement
Nurses seeking licensure to practice in Michigan need to do four things:
- Graduate from a nursing program approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing, either in or out of the state
- Fill out an application and send $54 to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, under which the nursing board falls
- Submit fingerprints and have a background check conducted
- Register for the NCLEX-RN with Pearson VUE, pay a $200 exam fee and pass the test within 90 days of receiving an authorization to test (ATT)
Those who already hold an RN license in another state, but move to and want to practice in Michigan must follow a slightly different set of steps:
- Verify their existing licensure
- Fill out an application and send $54 to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- Submit fingerprints and have a background check conducted
License Renewal Requirements in Michigan
Initial RN licenses are only good for four months to one year, depending on when they are granted. During this initial licensure period, no continuing education is required. After that, licenses must be renewed every two years at a cost of $74. Over the course of those two years, RNs must complete 25 contact hours of continuing education, one hour of which must be in pain and pain symptom management.
Advanced Practice Specialty Licensure in MI
There are three types of advanced practice registered nurses in Michigan: nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists and nurse midwives. To practice as an APRN, nurses must:
- Be licensed as a Michigan RN
- Be nationally certified (for nurse midwives, certification must come from the American Midwifery Certification Board; for nurse anesthetists, it comes from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist Council on Certification or the Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists)
- Fill out the Nurse Specialty Certification application and pay a check for either $52 (for RNs with licenses expiring in less then four months or more than 13) or $38 (for RNs with licenses expiring in between five and 12 months)
For more information about licensing, including details on nurses with special circumstances, visit the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs .
Michigan Nursing Numbers: Now and Tomorrow
The number of available nursing jobs in the US is expected to increase 16 percent from 2014 to 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of that growth will be generated by just ten states, one of which is Michigan. The advanced practice nursing areas are also expected to expand in the state at a steady pace, growing by more than 11 percent in just a decade. To get in-depth data on what Michigan pays its sizable nursing workforce, check the figures below.
Top-Paying Areas for RNs in Michigan
Area | Hourly Median Wage | Annual Median Wage |
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Warren-Troy-Farmington Hills MI Metropolitan Division | $33.81 | $70,330 |
Ann Arbor | $33.31 | $69,280 |
Detroit-Warren-Livonia | $33.29 | $69,240 |
Detroit-Livonia-Dearborn MI Metropolitan Division | $32.70 | $68,010 |
Bay City | $32.68 | $67,970 |
Flint | $31.88 | $66,300 |
Battle Creek | $30.95 | $64,370 |
Kalamazoo-Portage | $30.90 | $64,260 |
Jackson | $30.40 | $63,220 |
Saginaw-Saginaw Township North | $30.00 | $62,400 |
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Professional Resources for Michigan RNs
Michigan Association of Nurse Anesthetists
By its own count, MANA represents 2,300 nurse anesthetists and students. It runs both a scholarship fund to grow the profession and a political action committee to finance lawmakers' campaigns.
Michigan Association of School Nurses
The Michigan Association of School Nurses works to advance the school nursing profession and protect the health and well being of Michigan's school children. Nursing students and recent graduates can use the association's website to search for jobs, while school nursing veterans can network and get involved in MASN's advocacy campaigns.
Michigan Board of Nursing
The Michigan Board of Nursing is the state's licensing body for the profession. Its website is designed to convey everything students, recent graduates and practicing nurses need to know about the licensure process.
Michigan Emergency Nurses Association
With five regional chapters, the Michigan Emergency Nurses Association has acted as the voice of emergency nurses in the state since 1985. Its national organization is the Emergency Nurses Association, which has nearly 40,000 members across the U.S.
Michigan Nurses Association
The Michigan Nurses Association addresses the professional and political issues registered nurses face in the state. As a union, it protects workers' rights and advocates the state legislature for pro-nursing policies.
Michigan Nursing Students Association
The Michigan Nursing Students Association provides a strong professional community for those studying nursing. It offers multiple scholarships each year, which are awarded at its annual convention.