The nursing school at Mount Mercy University is a private not-for-profit institution located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Its nursing programs are accredited by CCNE. Out of 33 nursing schools in Iowa, Mount Mercy University ranks #5 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #95. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 93.24%, giving the Mount Mercy University an overall grade of A. |
Nursing degrees offered at Mount Mercy University: Registered Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Bachelor Degree, Master Degree and RN to BSN level degrees.
For nursing students in Iowa, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 83.78% and for BSN programs is 86.42%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
Mount Mercy University Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 93.24%
- Iowa State Rank: 5
- National Rank: 95
- Grade: A
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Compare Iowa Nursing School Programs
Compare Iowa Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
---|---|---|
Number of Nursing Programs in Iowa | 15 | 18 |
Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Iowa | 83.78% | 86.42% |
NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Iowa | 66.15% to 94.97% | 68.35% to 98.15% |
Best Ranked School Details | ADN Rankings for Iowa | BSN Rankings for Iowa |
Mount Mercy University
Martin-Herold College of Nursing and Health
Pass Rate
- 1330 Elmhurst Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA - 52402-4797
- (319) 363-8213
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (A) 93.24%
- Programs: Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Bachelor, MSN, RN to BSN
University Information
- Total Faculty: 84
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $1,320
- Book and Supplies: N/A
- Percent Received Aid: 100%
- Average Grant or Scholarship: $16,290
- Percent Admitted: 76%
- Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 57%
Cities in Iowa Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Cedar Rapids or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Iowa? 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 Iowa: Ankeny, Calmar, Cedar Rapids, Creston, Davenport, Decorah, Dubuque, Fort Dodge, Iowa City, Iowa Falls, Lamoni, Mason City, Mount Pleasant, Orange City, Ottumwa, Sheldon, Sioux Center, Sioux City, Waterloo and West Burlington
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Additional Nursing Programs in Iowa
- Allen College
- Briar Cliff University
- Clarke University
- Coe College
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Dordt University
- Eastern Iowa Community College Dist
- Ellsworth Community College
- Graceland University-Lamoni
- Grand View University
- Hawkeye Community College
- Indian Hills Community College
- Iowa Central Community College
- Iowa State University
- Iowa Wesleyan University
- Luther College
- Marshall University Pt. Pleasant Campus
- Mercy College of Health Sciences
- Morningside University
- Mount Mercy University
- North Iowa Area Community College
- Northeast Iowa Community College Dist
- Northwest Iowa Community College
- Northwestern College
- Saint Ambrose University
- Southeastern Community College
- Southwestern Community College
- St Luke's College
- University of Dubuque
- University of Iowa
- Upper Iowa University
- Western Iowa Tech Community College
- William Penn 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