
With nursing job openings expected to rise 8% by 2030, Alabama is considered one of the best states for launching a nursing career and seeking job security in the healthcare field, says RegisteredNursing.org in its 2026 Best Nursing Schools in Alabama ranking.
UM’s top-ranked programs place students at the center of this opportunity, providing an academically strong, faith-driven foundation that equips graduates to step confidently into a variety of healthcare settings.