Kennesaw State University Nursing: 97% NCLEX Pass Rate

Programs

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5 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Accelerated BSNBSN

Tuition$30,000Length1 year 6 monthsFormatOn Campus

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)BSN

Tuition$24,000Length4 yearsFormatOn Campus

Doctor of Nursing PracticeDNP

Tuition$45,000Length3 years 6 monthsFormatHybrid

MSN — Family Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$22,000Length2 years 6 monthsFormatHybrid

RN to BSNRN-BSN

Tuition$9,000Length1 yearFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for Kennesaw State University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 4 years: 92.6% over 1,099 candidates.

Kennesaw State University's latest reported year is 2024, and that 96.55% — from a cohort of 319 first-time candidates — is 9.8 points above the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

Kennesaw State University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2024	96.55%	319
2023	90.7%	301
2022	88.11%	244
2021	94.47%	235

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

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

Kennesaw State Universityoverall score

91/ 100

Top tierModerate confidence — four or five inputs verified

Strengths

NCLEX pass rate
Job market strength
Tuition affordability

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
97
Job market strength
77
Online flexibility
60
Tuition affordability
76

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

Georgia 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.

$91,960

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

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Questions about Kennesaw State University

What nursing programs does Kennesaw State University offer?

Kennesaw State University currently offers 5 nursing programs, including BSN, DNP, MSN, RN-BSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is Kennesaw State University accredited?

Yes, Kennesaw State 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 Kennesaw State University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, Kennesaw State 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 Kennesaw State University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at Kennesaw State 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/kennesaw-state-university">Kennesaw State University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. Kennesaw State University NCLEX-RN 2024: 96.55% on 319 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>2021</td><td>94.47%</td><td>235</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>88.11%</td><td>244</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>90.7%</td><td>301</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>96.55%</td><td>319</td></tr></tbody></table>

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