Mercy College of Health Sciences Nursing: 83% NCLEX Pass Rate

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4 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Accelerated BSN (Second Degree)BSN

Tuition$41,080Length1 year 4 monthsFormatOn Campus

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)BSN

Tuition$70,000Length4 yearsFormatOn Campus

MSN — Nurse EducatorMSN

Tuition$22,000Length2 yearsFormatOnline

RN to BSNRN-BSN

Tuition$14,000Length1 yearFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for Mercy College of Health Sciences, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 5 years: 79.1% over 1,121 candidates.

Mercy College of Health Sciences's latest reported year is 2023, and that 82.54% — from a cohort of 252 first-time candidates — is 4.2 points below the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

Mercy College of Health Sciences NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2023	82.54%	252
2022	68.59%	277
2021	78.19%	243
2020	83.24%	185
2019	88%	164

Source: state board of nursing publications, transcribed per cohort. Cohorts under 10 candidates are suppressed rather than shown. Full NCLEX detail for Mercy College of Health Sciences.

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

Mercy College of Health Sciencesoverall score

59/ 100

CompetitiveModerate confidence — four or five inputs verified

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Online flexibility

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
70
Job market strength
55
Online flexibility
50
Tuition affordability
68

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 Mercy College of Health Sciences

What nursing programs does Mercy College of Health Sciences offer?

Mercy College of Health Sciences currently offers 4 nursing programs, including BSN, MSN, RN-BSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is Mercy College of Health Sciences accredited?

Yes, Mercy College of Health Sciences 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 Mercy College of Health Sciences offer online nursing programs?

Yes, Mercy College of Health Sciences offers nursing programs in on campus 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 Mercy College of Health Sciences's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at Mercy College of Health Sciences, 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/mercy-college-of-health-sciences">Mercy College of Health Sciences — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. Mercy College of Health Sciences NCLEX-RN 2023: 82.54% on 252 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>88%</td><td>164</td></tr><tr><td>2020</td><td>83.24%</td><td>185</td></tr><tr><td>2021</td><td>78.19%</td><td>243</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>68.59%</td><td>277</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>82.54%</td><td>252</td></tr></tbody></table>

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