| The nursing school at Delaware State University is a public institution located in Dover, Delaware. Its nursing programs are accredited by ACEN and COA. Out of 7 nursing schools in Delaware, Delaware State University ranks #4 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #406. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 81.63%, giving the Delaware State University an overall grade of B. |
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Nursing degrees offered at Delaware State University: Nursing Administration, Registered Nursing and Research or Clinical Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Bachelor Degree level degrees.
For nursing students in Delaware, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 86.57% and for BSN programs is 84.64%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
Delaware State University Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 81.63%
- Delaware State Rank: 4
- National Rank: 406
- Grade: B
Ranked Programs
Best Online Nursing Programs for Delaware Students
In-state nursing schools are preferable to out-of-state programs as your tuition and logistics for attending school will be considerably less than if you attended school out-of-state. Online nursing schools are also an option.
Compare Delaware Nursing School Programs
| Compare Delaware Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Nursing Programs in Delaware | 3 | 5 |
| Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Delaware | 86.57% | 84.64% |
| NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Delaware | 80.51% to 90.68% | 76.58% to 89.32% |
| Best Ranked School Details | ADN Rankings for Delaware | BSN Rankings for Delaware |
Delaware State University
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1200 N. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE - 19901
(302) 857-6060
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (B) 81.63%
- Programs: Nursing Administration, Registered Nursing, Research or Clinical Nursing
- Award Levels: Bachelor
University Information
Total Faculty: 254
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $8,358
Book and Supplies: $2,000
Percent Received Aid: 97%
Average Grant or Scholarship: $10,120
Percent Admitted: 39%
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 22%
Graduation Rate: 48%
Cities in Delaware Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Dover or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Delaware? Compare average NCLEX scores, in-state and out-of-state tuition costs as well as schools with strong alumni networks. The following is a list of cities in with accredited nursing programs in Delaware: Dover and Georgetown
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Additional Nursing Programs in Delaware
- Delaware State University
- Delaware Technical Community College-Owens
- Delaware Technical Community College-Stanton/Wilmington
- Delaware Technical Community College-Terry
- University of Delaware
- Wesley College
- Wilmington University
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Sources: The State Board of Nursing from Each State, U.S. Department of Education: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education – OPE, National Center for Education Statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics
