St. Ambrose University Nursing: 88% NCLEX Pass Rate (2026)

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3 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Accelerated BSN (Second Degree)BSN

Tuition$48,000Length1 year 4 monthsFormatOn Campus

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)BSN

Tuition$120,000Length4 yearsFormatOn Campus

MSN — Family Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$32,000Length2 years 6 monthsFormatHybrid

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for St. Ambrose University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 5 years: 81.3% over 381 candidates.

St. Ambrose University's latest reported year is 2023, and that 88.1% — from a cohort of 84 first-time candidates — is 1.4 points above the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

St. Ambrose University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2023	88.1%	84
2022	71.01%	69
2021	71.76%	85
2020	87.84%	74
2019	88%	69

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

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

St. Ambrose Universityoverall score

57/ 100

CompetitiveModerate confidence — four or five inputs verified

Strengths

NCLEX pass rate

Watch-outs

Online flexibility
Tuition affordability

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
81
Job market strength
55
Online flexibility
33
Tuition affordability
49

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 St. Ambrose University

What nursing programs does St. Ambrose University offer?

St. Ambrose University currently offers 3 nursing programs, including BSN, MSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is St. Ambrose University accredited?

Yes, St. Ambrose 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 St. Ambrose University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, St. Ambrose University offers nursing programs in on campus and hybrid 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 St. Ambrose University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at St. Ambrose 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/st-ambrose-university">St. Ambrose University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. St. Ambrose University NCLEX-RN 2023: 88.1% 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>2019</td><td>88%</td><td>69</td></tr><tr><td>2020</td><td>87.84%</td><td>74</td></tr><tr><td>2021</td><td>71.76%</td><td>85</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>71.01%</td><td>69</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>88.1%</td><td>84</td></tr></tbody></table>

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