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Nurses are required in all areas of the medical field from hospitals and nursing homes to schools and the armed forces, leading to a great need of certified nurses. Here are some best universities for a degree in nursing.

Simmons College

Simmons College is a private women's college founded in Boston in 1899. Nursing is the top-ranked major at the school as well as the most popular. The nursing graduates from Simmons make about $58,000 every year.

Villanova University

Villanova University is a research university located in Radnor Township, Pennsylvania. Named after Saint Thomas of Villanova, the school is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania. Nursing is a popular major and is offered as an online degree as well. The nursing graduates from Villanova make about $63,000 every year.

University of California, Los Angeles

The UCLA School of Nursing is known for its excellent education provided by a group of leaders in the medical field. The four-year program allows students to be qualified nurses through classroom learning and clinical training. A nursing degree from UCLA leads to positions in many hospitals and clinics, with a yearly income of about $84.000 .

New York University

New York University attaches great importance to real-world experience. Along with taking classes in school, students mainly work in the health care environment receiving technical training Additionally, NYU College of Nursing students have the chance to study in Abu Dhabi, China and other countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America. The education from NYU will prepare students to help doctors treat patients, earning a yearly income of about $86,000 .

21. If Nora has to look after her children at home, which university can she choose to get a nursing degree?

A. Simmons College.                 B. Villanova University.

C. University of California.                D. New York University.

22. What makes the UCLA School of Nursing famous?

A. Its high-quality teaching.               B. Its four-year program.

C. The clinical training it offers.         D. The yearly income of graduates.

23. NYU College of Nursing focuses more attention on students'      .

A. future income                        B. learning environment

C. practical training                       D. chance to study abroad