RN Programs in Alabama

Did you know that a career as a Registered Nurse (RN) is one of the fastest-growing occupations in the United States? In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that RN positions will increase by as much as 6% from 2022 to 2032. This is true for all but four states in the country, including Alabama, where RNs enjoy average salaries of around $66,910 per year. This guide provides up-to-date information on how to become an RN in Alabama, including accredited RN programs, job outlook and salary, and the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Requirements to Become an RN in Alabama

To become an RN in Alabama, you must first earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing school. Your training will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This is a two-part evaluation that you must successfully complete before you can obtain an RN license in Alabama.

After passing the NCLEX-RN, you can apply for an RN license from the Alabama State Board of Nursing.

Accredited RN Programs in Alabama

There are many terrific nursing schools in Alabama that offer ADN and BSN programs for aspiring RNs, including some of the best:

1. Auburn University

   710 S Donahue Dr, Auburn, AL 36849

   (334) 844-5665

2. Auburn University at Montgomery

   7400 East Dr, Montgomery, AL 36117

   (334) 244-3000

3. Bevill State Community College

   101 State St, Sumiton, AL 35148

   (205) 648-3271

4. Bishop State Community College

   351 N Broad St, Mobile, AL 36603

   (251) 405-7000

5. Calhoun Community College

   6250 US-31, Tanner, AL 35671

   (256) 306-2500

6. Central Alabama Community College

   1675 Cherokee Rd, Alexander City, AL 35010

   (256) 234-6346

7. Chattahoochee Valley Community College

   2602 College Dr, Phenix City, AL 36869

   (334) 291-4900

8. Coastal Alabama Community College - Bay Minette

   1900 US-31, Bay Minette, AL 36507

   (800) 381-3722

9. Coastal Alabama Community College - Brewton

   220 Alco Dr, Brewton, AL 36426

   (800) 381-3722

10. Coastal Alabama Community College - Monroeville

    2800 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville, AL 36460

    (251) 575-3156

11. Gadsden State Community College

    1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL 35903

    (256) 549-8200

12. Jacksonville State University

    700 Pelham Rd N, Jacksonville, AL 36265

    (256) 782-5781

13. Jefferson State Community College

    4600 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242

    (205) 983-5911

14. Lawson State Community College

    3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham, AL 35221

    (205) 925-2515

15. Lurleen B. Wallace Community College

    1000 Dannelly Blvd, Andalusia, AL 36420

    (334) 222-6591

16. Northeast Alabama Community College

    138 AL-35, Rainsville, AL 35986

    (256) 638-4418

17. Northwest Shoals Community College

    W 6th St, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

    (256) 331-5200

18. Oakwood University

    7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL 35896

    (256) 726-7000

19. Samford University

    800 Lakeshore Dr, Homewood, AL 35229

    (205) 726-2807

20. Shelton State Community College

    9500 Old Greensboro Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

    (205) 391-2211

21. Snead State Community College

    220 N Walnut St, Boaz, AL 35957

    (256) 593-5120

22. Southern Union State Community College

    750 Roberts St, Wadley, AL 36276

    (256) 395-2211

23. Spring Hill College

    4000 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36608

    (800) 742-6704

24. The University of Alabama

    650 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

    (205) 348-6639

25. Troy University

    600 University Ave, Troy, AL 36082

    (800) 551-9716

26. Troy University - Montgomery

    231 Montgomery St, Montgomery, AL 36104

    (334) 241-9500

27. Tuskegee University

    1200 W Montgomery Rd, Tuskegee, AL 36088

    (334) 727-8011

28. University of Alabama at Birmingham

    1701 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294

    (205) 934-5428

29. University of Alabama in Huntsville

    301 Sparkman Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35899

    (256) 824-6742

30. University of Mobile

    5735 College Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36613

    (251) 675-5990

31. University of North Alabama

    1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL 35632

    (256) 765-4100

32. University of South Alabama

    307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36688

    (251) 445-9400

33. University of West Alabama

    100 US-11, Livingston, AL 35470

    (205) 652-3400

34. Wallace Commuity College - Selma

    3000 Earl Goodwin Pkwy, Selma, AL 36701

    (334) 876-9227

35. Wallace Community College - Dothan

    1141 Wallace Dr, Dothan, AL 36303

    (334) 983-3521

36. Wallace State Community College - Hanceville

    801 Main Street Northwest, Hanceville, AL 35077

    (256) 352-8000

RN Job Outlook and Salary in Alabama

Alabama RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 6.4% job growth rate from 2022 to 2032. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Alabama earn an average annual salary of $71,370 per year, equivalent to $34.3 per hour.

The following table shows the total number of RNs employed in Alabama, and their average wage and salary, by area.

Alabama Board of Nursing

The Alabama Board of Nursing is the primary resource for RNs in Alabama for all nursing-related questions and concerns.