CSUSM Ranked No. 1 Family Nurse Practitioner Program for 2026
By Rae Lynch
Cal State San Marcos is No. 1 in the “Family Nurse Practitioner Program” rankings in California for 2026 by the Registered Nursing Organization. Schools listed in this ranking offer experienced faculty, strong clinical training and great student support.
The Registered Nursing Organization uses databases from nursing programs of all degree levels and specializations across the U.S. to create its rankings. Rankings follow criteria from both graduate and undergraduate programs, including the number and variety of nursing programs offered by the institution as well as the ratio of total nursing program completions to total program completions awarded by the institution.
These rankings provide students with the information needed to make the right choice when applying for nursing school. CSUSM prioritizes creating an environment for all nursing students to grow so they feel prepared when stepping into future healthcare jobs.
The Registered Nursing Organization aims to promote excellence in nursing by enabling future and current nurses with the education and employment resources needed to succeed.
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