Northern Kentucky University Nursing: 100% NCLEX Pass Rate

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3 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Online BSN to MSN – Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$29,177Length2 years 6 monthsFormatOnline

Online MSN – Family Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$35,613Length2 years 2 monthsFormatOnline

RN to BSNRN-BSN

Tuition$10,500Length10 monthsFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for Northern Kentucky University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 5 years: 98.5% over 479 candidates.

Northern Kentucky University's latest reported year is 2025, and that 100% — from a cohort of 84 first-time candidates — is 13.3 points above the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

Northern Kentucky University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2025	100%	84
2024	100%	88
2023	98.9%	93
2022	97.2%	108
2021	97.2%	106

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

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

Northern Kentucky Universityoverall score

94/ 100

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Strengths

NCLEX pass rate
Online flexibility

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
100
Job market strength
65
Online flexibility
100
Tuition affordability
70

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

Kentucky 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.

$83,900

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

About

About Northern Kentucky University

Its CCNE-accredited School of Nursing offers the most affordable online MSN-AGACNP in Kentucky ($29,177 total), with same in-state and out-of-state pay-by-the-course tuition. Designated an Age-Friendly University by the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education. Clinical support services included for placement nationwide.

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Questions about Northern Kentucky University

What nursing programs does Northern Kentucky University offer?

Northern Kentucky University currently offers 3 nursing programs, including MSN, RN-BSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is Northern Kentucky University accredited?

Yes, Northern Kentucky 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 Northern Kentucky University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, Northern Kentucky University offers nursing programs in 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 Northern Kentucky University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at Northern Kentucky 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/northern-kentucky-university">Northern Kentucky University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. Northern Kentucky University NCLEX-RN 2025: 100% on 84 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>97.2%</td><td>106</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>97.2%</td><td>108</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>98.9%</td><td>93</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>100%</td><td>88</td></tr><tr><td>2025</td><td>100%</td><td>84</td></tr></tbody></table>

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