9th Annual Vermont RN Program Rankings by RNCareers.org
To help nursing students in their search for a top RN program, the education experts at RNCareers.org publish their annual findings of the best nursing schools for both Vermont and the country. Schools ranked on our list have proven their ability to educate highly competent nurses.
To create our rankings, we evaluated 2 ADN degree programs and 3 BSN degree programs in Vermont. We obtained each institution’s first-time NCLEX-RN passing rates, the number of students taking the test, the program nursing accreditation and more. We then compared the results against other nursing programs in Vermont to provide our state rankings. View our methodology.Â
Best ADN Programs in Vermont
Best BSN Programs in Vermont
#1 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of Vermont
Pass Rate
85 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT - 05405-0160
(802) 656-3131
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (B) 80.66%
- Programs: Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, CNL, Family Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Accelerated MSN, APRN Certificate, Bachelor, BSN to DNP, MSN, MSN to DNP, Post Master's NP Certificate, RN to BSN
University Information
Total Faculty: 887
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $19,002
Book and Supplies: $1,200
Percent Received Aid: 96%
Average Grant or Scholarship: $17,278
Percent Admitted: 71%
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 19%
Graduation Rate: 76%
#2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Vermont Technical College
Pass Rate
- 124 Admin Drive, Randolph, VT - 05061
- (802) 728-1000
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (C) 75.72%
- Programs: Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Associate, Bachelor
University Information
- Total Faculty: 76
- In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $16,082
- Book and Supplies: $1,600
- Percent Received Aid: 95%
- Average Grant or Scholarship: $7,752
- Percent Admitted: 58%
- Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 64%
About RN Programs in Vermont
- There are 5 nursing schools in Vermont. The CCNE accredits 4 nursing schools and the ACEN accredits 2 schools in Vermont.
- Typically, an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) will take between 18 to 24 months to complete, and a Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) will take about 4 years to complete.
- The average annual salary for registered nurses is between $52,080 to $111,220 a year.
- Registered Nurses (RN) throughout the country and in Vermont can expect a favorable job growth of 15 percent from 2016 to 2026 which much faster than the average for all occupations.
It is predicted that the nursing industry in Vermont will grow rapidly between now and the year 2022. The state currently has nearly 7,000 registered nurses who make a mean annual wage of $63,260. In fact, 64% of the nurses in Vermont already hold a degree higher than an associate’s degree. Often times, nursing schools incorporate an online learning option to add a degree of flexibility.
Vermont RN Program Comparisons
| Compare RN Programs | ADN | BSN |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Nursing Programs | 2 | 4 |
| Average NCLEX Passing Rate | 77.25% | 81.53% |
| NCLEX Passing Rate Range | 66.67% to 87.84% | 66.39% to 92.92% |
Nursing Programs Offered by Vermont Nursing Schools
- Registered Nursing: 4
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: 1
- CNL: 1
- Family Nurse Practitioner: 1
- Nurse Educator: 1
- Nursing Leadership: 1
Vermont Nursing Schools with the Most Degree Types
- University of Vermont: 4
- Castleton University: 3
- Southern Vermont College: 1
- Vermont Technical College: 1
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Become an APRN in Vermont
RNs who wish to become advanced practice registered nurses will want to pursue any number of avenues to earn Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. Earning a Master of Science in Nursing consists of graduate-level coursework and clinical practice for those nurses who wish to direct patient roles such as a nurse practitioner. You can also pursue indirect patient roles such as teaching or leadership roles, or become involved in policy, state-wide health initiatives or community engagement. There are many clinical and non-clinical avenues that an RN with MSN can pursue.
Learn about Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree.
RN Licensing Requirements in Vermont
Comprehensive guide to Vermont Nursing License Requirements Renewals RN and APRN.
More of the Best RN Programs in Vermont
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Grade
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University
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Vermont Rank
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Degree
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|---|---|---|---|
| 78.65 | Castleton University | 2 | BSN |
Compare Nursing Salaries in Vermont
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