West Coast University Nursing: 90% NCLEX Pass Rate (2026)

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4 listed programs

ProgramTuitionLengthFormat

Accelerated BSNBSN

Tuition$72,000Length1 year 6 monthsFormatOn Campus

BSN (Traditional)BSN

Tuition$76,000Length3 yearsFormatOn Campus

MSN — Family Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$42,000Length3 yearsFormatOnline

RN to BSNRN-BSN

Tuition$22,000Length1 year 6 monthsFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for West Coast University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 5 years: 86.5% over 13,597 candidates.

West Coast University's latest reported year is 2025, and that 90.03% — from a cohort of 3,070 first-time candidates — is 3.3 points above the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

West Coast University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2025	90.03%	3,070
2024	92.94%	2,889
2023	81.09%	2,925
2022	80.58%	2,581
2021	87.1%	2,132

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

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

West Coast Universityoverall score

72/ 100

StrongModerate confidence — four or five inputs verified

Strengths

Job market strength
NCLEX pass rate

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Tuition affordability

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
85
Job market strength
100
Graduation rate
65
Online flexibility
62
Tuition affordability
38

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

California 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.

$148,330

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

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Questions about West Coast University

What nursing programs does West Coast University offer?

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

Is West Coast University accredited?

Yes, West Coast 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 West Coast University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, West Coast University 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 West Coast University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at West Coast 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/west-coast-university">West Coast University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. West Coast University NCLEX-RN 2025: 90.03% on 3,070 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>87.1%</td><td>2,132</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>80.58%</td><td>2,581</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>81.09%</td><td>2,925</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>92.94%</td><td>2,889</td></tr><tr><td>2025</td><td>90.03%</td><td>3,070</td></tr></tbody></table>

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