Briar Cliff University Nursing: 67% NCLEX Pass Rate (2026)

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4 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)BSN

Tuition$110,000Length4 yearsFormatOn Campus

MSN — Family Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$32,000Length2 years 6 monthsFormatHybrid

MSN — Psychiatric Mental Health NPMSN

Tuition$33,000Length2 years 6 monthsFormatHybrid

RN to BSNRN-BSN

Tuition$15,000Length1 yearFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for Briar Cliff University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 4 years: 70.6% over 68 candidates.

Briar Cliff University's latest reported year is 2022, and that 66.67% — from a cohort of 12 first-time candidates — is 20 points below the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

Briar Cliff University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2022	66.67%	12
2021	68.75%	16
2020	70%	20
2019	75%	20

Source: state board of nursing publications, transcribed per cohort. Cohorts under 10 candidates are suppressed rather than shown. Full NCLEX detail for Briar Cliff University.

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Briar Cliff Universityoverall score

52/ 100

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Strengths

Online flexibility

Watch-outs

NCLEX pass rate

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
38
Job market strength
55
Online flexibility
75
Tuition affordability
66

The Opportunity Score blends NCLEX pass rate, tuition affordability, graduation outcomes, schedule flexibility, hospital clinical partnerships, and state job-market strength. Missing inputs are excluded and remaining weights are redistributed proportionally. How we calculate this.

Wages

Iowa RN mean wage

Published tuition is in the figures above. This is the mean annual wage for a registered nurse in the school's home state.

$77,780

Salary is the BLS OEWS May 2024 mean annual wage for registered nurses in Iowa. Tuition is the school-published program total and excludes fees, books, and living costs.

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Questions about Briar Cliff University

What nursing programs does Briar Cliff University offer?

Briar Cliff University currently offers 4 nursing programs, including BSN, MSN, RN-BSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is Briar Cliff University accredited?

Yes, Briar Cliff University holds accreditation from CCNE. Programmatic accreditation ensures the curriculum meets nationally recognized standards for nursing education, that graduates are eligible for professional licensure, and that credits are transferable to graduate programs.

Does Briar Cliff University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, Briar Cliff University offers nursing programs in on campus and hybrid and online formats. Online and hybrid programs typically cover didactic coursework remotely, with clinical rotations completed at approved sites in your area.

How do I apply to Briar Cliff University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at Briar Cliff University, visit the school's official website for admission requirements, application deadlines, and prerequisite coursework. Common requirements include a minimum GPA, completion of prerequisite science courses, and a current healthcare provider CPR certification.

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN); CCNE; ACEN.

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<p>Source: <a href="https://mynursingschools.com/schools/briar-cliff-university">Briar Cliff University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. Briar Cliff University NCLEX-RN 2022: 66.67% on 12 candidates.</p><table><caption>First-time NCLEX pass rates</caption><thead><tr><th>Period</th><th>Pass rate</th><th>Candidates</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>2019</td><td>75%</td><td>20</td></tr><tr><td>2020</td><td>70%</td><td>20</td></tr><tr><td>2021</td><td>68.75%</td><td>16</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>66.67%</td><td>12</td></tr></tbody></table>

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