| The nursing school at University of Portland is a private not-for-profit institution located in Portland, Oregon. Its nursing programs are accredited by ACEN, CCNE and COA. Out of 22 nursing schools in Oregon, University of Portland ranks #5 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #360. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 83.79%, giving the University of Portland an overall grade of B. |
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Nursing degrees offered at University of Portland: CNL, Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus and hybrid formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Bachelor Degree, BSN to DNP, Master Degree and MSN to DNP level degrees.
For nursing students in Oregon, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 92.24% and for BSN programs is 89.30%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
University of Portland Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 83.79%
- Oregon State Rank: 5
- National Rank: 360
- Grade: B
Ranked Programs
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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 Oregon Nursing School Programs
| Compare Oregon Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Nursing Programs in Oregon | 15 | 5 |
| Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Oregon | 92.24% | 89.30% |
| NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Oregon | 85.52% to 99.05% | 83.79% to 92.47% |
| Best Ranked School Details | ADN Rankings for Oregon | BSN Rankings for Oregon |
University of Portland
School of Nursing & Health Innovations
Pass Rate

5000 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR - 97203-5798
(503) 943-8000
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (B) 83.79%
- Programs: CNL, Family Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Bachelor, BSN to DNP, MSN, MSN to DNP
University Information
Total Faculty: 287
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $750
Book and Supplies: N/A
Percent Received Aid: 99%
Average Grant or Scholarship: $27,663
Percent Admitted: 77%
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 8%
Graduation Rate: 84%
Cities in Oregon Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Portland or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Oregon? 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 Oregon: Astoria, Bend, Coos Bay, Eugene, Grants Pass, Gresham, McMinnville, Newberg, Ontario, Oregon City, Portland, Roseburg, Salem and The Dalles
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Additional Nursing Programs in Oregon
- Blue Mountain Community College
- Bushnell University
- Central Oregon Community College
- Chemeketa Community College
- Clackamas Community College
- Clatsop Community College
- Columbia Gorge Community College
- George Fox University
- Lane Community College
- Linfield University
- Linn-Benton Community College
- Mt Hood Community College
- Oregon Coast Community College
- Oregon Health and Science University - Accelerated Portland
- Portland Community College
- Rogue Community College
- Southwestern Oregon Community College
- Sumner College
- Treasure Valley Community College
- Umpqua Community College
- University of Portland
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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


