| The nursing school at Western Governors University is a private not-for-profit institution located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Its nursing programs are accredited by CCNE. Out of 19 nursing schools in Utah, Western Governors University ranks #3 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #111. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 92.74%, giving the Western Governors University an overall grade of A. |
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Nursing degrees offered at Western Governors University: CNL and Registered Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus and online formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Accelerated BSN, Bachelor Degree, Master Degree, RN to BSN and RN to MSN level degrees.
For nursing students in Utah, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 93.35% and for BSN programs is 83.36%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
Western Governors University Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 92.74%
- Utah State Rank: 3
- National Rank: 111
- Grade: A
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Compare Utah Nursing School Programs
| Compare Utah Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Nursing Programs in Utah | 10 | 11 |
| Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Utah | 93.35% | 83.36% |
| NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Utah | 58.82% to 176.87% | 25.00% to 95.58% |
| Best Ranked School Details | ADN Rankings for Utah | BSN Rankings for Utah |
Western Governors University
Pass Rate
4001 South 700 East Suite 700, Salt Lake City, UT - 84107
(801) 274-3280
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (A) 92.74%
- Programs: CNL, Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Accelerated BSN, Bachelor, MSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
University Information
Total Faculty: 3093
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $200
Book and Supplies: N/A
Percent Received Aid: 75%
Average Grant or Scholarship: N/A
Percent Admitted: N/A
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: N/A
Graduation Rate: N/A
Cities in Utah Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Salt Lake City or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Utah? 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 Utah: Cedar City, Draper, Ephraim, Layton, Logan, Ogden, Orem, Provo, Saint George, Salt Lake City and West Jordan
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Additional Nursing Programs in Utah
- AmeriTech College-Draper
- Brigham Young University-Provo
- Broadview University-West Jordan
- Eagle Gate College-Layton
- Eagle Gate College-Murray
- Independence University
- Nightingale College
- Provo College
- Salt Lake Community College
- Snow College
- Southern Utah University
- Stevens-Henager College
- University of Utah College of Nursing
- Utah State University
- Utah Tech University
- Utah Valley University
- Weber State University
- Western Governors University
- Westminster College
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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
