The nursing school at Castleton University is a public institution located in Castleton, Vermont. Its nursing programs are accredited by CCNE. Out of 5 nursing schools in Vermont, Castleton University ranks #2 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #444. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 78.65%, giving the Castleton University an overall grade of C. |
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Nursing degrees offered at Castleton University: Nurse Educator, Nursing Leadership and Registered Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree, BSN to DNP and RN to BSN level degrees.
For nursing students in Vermont, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 77.25% and for BSN programs is 81.53%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
Castleton University Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 78.65%
- Vermont State Rank: 2
- National Rank: 444
- Grade: C
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Compare Vermont Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
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Number of Nursing Programs in Vermont | 2 | 5 |
Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Vermont | 77.25% | 81.53% |
NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Vermont | 66.67% to 87.84% | 66.39% to 92.92% |
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Castleton University
Pass Rate

- 62 Alumni Dr, Castleton, VT - 05735
- (802) 468-5611

- NCLEX Passing Rate: (C) 78.65%
- Programs: Nurse Educator, Nursing Leadership, Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Associate, Bachelor, BSN to DNP, RN to BSN
University Information
Total Faculty: 79
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $13,078
Book and Supplies: $1,000
Percent Received Aid: 97%
Average Grant or Scholarship: $10,826
Percent Admitted: 88%
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 17%
Graduation Rate: 57%
Cities in Vermont Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Castleton or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Vermont? 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 Vermont: Bennington, Burlington, Castleton and Northfield
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