Best ADN Programs in Washington

If you have decided to become a registered nurse (RN) in Washington, you have made a smart choice! Not only is there presently a large need for RNs in Washington, but RNs who are employed here earn an average salary of over $111,030 per year. A career as an RN remains stable and in high demand even during recessions. And what makes this career even more attractive is that you can train for an entry-level position in Washington, like in other states, by simply earning an associate degree in nursing, or ADN!

Source: Projections Central, BLS

An ADN program comprises classroom lectures, laboratory work, and clinical training. After completing your program, you will be eligible for the national licensing exam for RNs, the NCLEX-RN.

Like other states’, Washington's RN licensing exam is also offered through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, You can easily contact the NCSBN by calling their toll-free phone number or by visiting their website.

Related: Average Course Duration of an ADN Program

The Best ADN Programs in Washington

If you wish to obtain your ADN training in Washington, you will be delighted to know that there are many schools that offer ADN programs here, including ones listed below.

1. Bellevue College

   3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98007 (425) 564-1000

2. Bellingham Technical College

   3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 752-7000

3. Big Bend Community College

   7662 Chanute St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837 (509) 793-2222

4. Cascadia College

   18345 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011 (425) 352-8000

5. Centralia College

   600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia, WA 98531 (360) 736-9391

6. Charter College

   17200 SE Mill Plain Blvd #100, Vancouver, WA 98683 (907) 277-1000

7. Clark College

   1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98661 (360) 992-2000

8. Clover Park Technical College

   4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 (253) 589-5800

9. Columbia Basin College

   2600 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301 (509) 547-0511

10. Everett Community College

    2000 Tower St, Everett, WA 98201 (425) 388-9100

11. Grays Harbor College

    1620 Edward P Smith Dr, Aberdeen, WA 98520 (360) 532-9020

12. Heritage University

    3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA 98948 (509) 865-8500

13. Highline College

    2400 S 240th St, Des Moines, WA 98198 (206) 878-3710

14. Lake Washington Institute of Technology

    11605 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034 (425) 739-8100

15. Lower Columbia College

    1600 Maple St, Longview, WA 98632 (360) 442-2311

16. North Seattle College

    9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103 (206) 934-3600

17. Olympic College

    1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337 (360) 792-6050

18. Peninsula College

    1502 E Lauridsen Blvd, Port Angeles, WA 98362 (360) 452-9277

19. Pierce College

    9401 Farwest Dr SW, Tacoma, WA 98498 (253) 964-6500

20. Pierce College

    1601 39th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA 98374 (253) 840-8400

21. Renton Technical College

    3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 (425) 235-2352

22. Seattle Central College

    1701 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122 (206) 934-3800

23. Shoreline Community College

    16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 (206) 546-4101

24. Skagit Valley College

    2405 E College Way, Mt Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 416-7600

25. South Puget Sound Community College

    2011 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater, WA 98512 (360) 596-5241

26. South Seattle College

    6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 (206) 934-5300

27. Spokane Community College

    1810 N Greene St, Spokane, WA 99217 (509) 533-8020

28. Tacoma Community College

    6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466 (253) 566-5000

29. Walla Walla Community College

    500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla, WA 99362 (509) 522-2500

30. Wenatchee Valley College

    1300 Fifth St, Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 682-6800

31. Whatcom Community College

    237 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226 (360) 383-3000

32. Yakima Valley College

    S 16th Ave & W Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA 98902 (509) 574-4600

Job Outlook & Salary for RNs in Washington

RNs in Washington are in high demand, with a projected 13.4% job growth from 2022 to 2032, according to Projection Central. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that there are 65,030 RNs in the state, earning an average annual salary of $111,030, or $53.38 per hour.

Use our RN salary calculator to estimate your potential earnings based on location, experience, and education.

Explore salary trends for RNs in Washington's metro areas below:

Source: BLS

Conclusion

Washington state is home to several highly-regarded schools that offer accredited ADN programs. This article provides a list of these reputable institutions.