RN Programs in Georgia

Explore the top RN programs in Georgia and learn about the average RN salary, job outlook, and more.
RN Programs in Georgia

Did you know that nursing students make up more than half of all students enrolled in healthcare-related training programs in Georgia? A career as a registered nurse (RN) is particularly popular, and for good reason. RNs are in high demand in Georgia, and they earn an average salary of $85,180 per year.

Requirements to Become an RN in Georgia

To become an RN in Georgia, you must enroll in and successfully complete a state-approved training program. This will involve completing a general education and a nursing-related curriculum that includes lectures and practical skills training. In Georgia, you must earn at least an associate degree in nursing (ADN) to qualify for the national licensing exam.

Passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) is required before you can apply for an RN license in Georgia.

Accredited RN Programs in Georgia

If you're interested in pursuing your RN training in Georgia, there are many excellent schools to choose from. Here are a few of the top ones:

  1. Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

    2802 Moore Hwy, Tifton, GA 31793
    (229) 391-5001
  2. Albany State University

    504 College Dr, Albany, GA 31705
    (229) 430-4600
  3. Albany Technical College

    1704 S Slappey Blvd, Albany, GA 31701
    (229) 430-3500
  4. Andrew College

    501 College St, Cuthbert, GA 39840
    (800) 664-3850
  5. Athens Technical College

    800 US-29, Athens, GA 30601
    (706) 355-5000
  6. Atlanta Technical College

    1560 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
    (404) 225-4461
  7. Augusta Technical College

    3200 Augusta Tech Dr, Augusta, GA 30906
    (706) 771-4000
  8. Augusta University

    1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912
    (706) 721-0211
  9. Berry College

    2277 Martha Berry Hwy, Mt Berry, GA 30149
    (706) 232-5374
  10. Brenau University

    500 Washington St SE, Gainesville, GA 30501
    (770) 534-6299
  11. Central Georgia Technical College

    3300 Macon Tech Dr, Macon, GA 31206
    (478) 757-3400
  12. Chamberlain University

    1100 Altmore Dr, Sandy Springs, GA 30342
    (877) 751-5783
  13. Chattahoochee Technical College

    980 S Cobb Dr SE, Marietta, GA 30060
    (770) 528-4413
  14. Clayton State University

    2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260
    (678) 466-4000
  15. Coastal Pines Technical College

    1701 Carswell Ave, Waycross, GA 31503
    (912) 287-6584
  16. College of Coastal Georgia

    1 College Dr, Brunswick, GA 31520
    (912) 279-5700
  17. Columbus State University

    4225 University Ave, Columbus, GA 31907
    (706) 507-8800
  18. Columbus Technical College

    928 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA 31904
    (706) 649-1800
  19. Dalton State College

    650 College Dr, Dalton, GA 30720
    (706) 272-4436
  20. Emory University

    201 Dowman Dr, Atlanta, GA 30322
    (404) 727-7980
  21. Georgia College

    231 W Hancock St, Milledgeville, GA 31061
    (800) 342-0471
  22. Georgia Gwinnett College

    1000 University Center Ln, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
    (678) 407-5000
  23. Georgia Highlands College

    3175 Cedartown Hwy, Rome, GA 30161
    (706) 802-5000
  24. Georgia Northwestern Technical College

    265 Bicentennial Trail, Rock Spring, GA 30739
    (706) 764-3584
  25. Georgia Southern University

    1332 Southern Dr, Statesboro, GA 30458
    (912) 478-4636
  26. Georgia Southwestern State University

    800 GSW State University Dr, Americus, GA 31709
    (229) 928-1273
  27. Georgia State University

    33 Gilmer St SE, Atlanta, GA 30302
    (404) 413-2000
  28. Gordon State College

    419 College Dr, Barnesville, GA 30204
    (678) 359-5555
  29. Gwinnett Technical College

    5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
    (770) 962-7580
  30. Kennesaw State University

    1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
    (470) 578-6000
  31. LaGrange College

    601 Broad St, LaGrange, GA 30240
    (706) 880-8000
  32. Lanier Technical College

    2535 Lanier Tech Dr, Gainesville, GA 30507
    (770) 533-7000
  33. Mercer University

    2930 Flowers Rd S, Atlanta, GA 30341
    (800) 551-8835
  34. Middle Georgia State University

    100 University Pkwy, Macon, GA 31206
    (478) 471-2700
  35. North Georgia Technical College

    1500 GA-197, Clarkesville, GA 30523
    (706) 754-7700
  36. Oconee Fall Line Technical College

    1189 Deepstep Rd, Sandersville, GA 31082
    (478) 553-2050
  37. Piedmont College

    1021 Central Ave, Demorest, GA 30535
    (706) 778-3000
  38. Reinhardt University

    7300 Reinhardt College Cir, Waleska, GA 30183
    (770) 720-5600
  39. Shorter University

    315 Shorter Ave, Rome, GA 30165
    (706) 291-2121
  40. South College

    2600 Century Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
    (470) 322-1200
  41. South Georgia State College

    100 W College Park Dr, Douglas, GA 31533
    (912) 260-4200
  42. Southeastern Technical College

    3001 E 1st St, Vidalia, GA 30474
    (912) 538-3100
  43. Southern Crescent Technical College

    501 Varsity Rd, Griffin, GA 30223
    (770) 228-7348
  44. Southern Regional Technical College

    15689 US-19 N, Thomasville, GA 31792
    (888) 205-3449
  45. Truett McConnell University

    100 Alumni Dr, Cleveland, GA 30528
    (706) 865-2134
  46. University of North Georgia

    1201 Bishop Farms Pkwy, Watkinsville, GA 30677
    (706) 864-1543
  47. University of West Georgia

    1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118
    (678) 839-5000
  48. Valdosta State University

    1500 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31698
    (229) 333-5800
  49. Wesleyan College

    4760 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
    (478) 477-1110
  50. West Georgia Technical College

    13017 GA-34, Franklin, GA 30217
    (706) 948-0250
  51. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

    4089 Val Tech Rd, Valdosta, GA 31602
    (229) 333-2100

RN Job Outlook and Salary in Georgia

Georgia RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 18.1% job growth rate from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Georgia earn an average annual salary of $85,180 per year, equivalent to $40.95 per hour.

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

AreaTotal EmploymentAvg Hourly WageAvg Annual Salary
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell45,360$43.4$90,270
Dalton870$43.23$89,910
Savannah3,610$40.41$84,060
Gainesville2,710$39.89$82,960
Albany1,170$39.1$81,330
Macon2,820$39.01$81,140
Rome1,310$38.95$81,010
Athens-Clarke County1,940$38.59$80,270
Augusta-Richmond County7,080$37.39$77,760
Warner Robins920$37.26$77,500
Hinesville250$36.77$76,470
Brunswick920$35.06$72,920
Columbus2,510$34.57$71,900
Valdosta890$32.74$68,100

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2022

Georgia Board of Nursing

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

Georgia Board of Nursing

237 Coliseum Dr, Macon, GA 31217
(844) 753-7825
(877) 371-5712

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