Wilkes University Nursing: 93% NCLEX Pass Rate (2026)

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Online BSN to MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerMSN

Tuition$33,012Length2 yearsFormatOnline

Online RN to MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerRN-MSN

Tuition$41,658Length3 yearsFormatOnline

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Outcomes

NCLEX-RN pass rates by year

Board-reported first-time pass rates for Wilkes University, each shown with the cohort size it was calculated from. Candidate-weighted average across 5 years: 91.4% over 512 candidates.

Wilkes University's latest reported year is 2025, and that 92.75% — from a cohort of 69 first-time candidates — is 6 points above the 86.7% national first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate NCSBN reported for 2025.

Wilkes University NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate by exam year, with candidate counts
Exam year	First-time pass rate	Candidates
2025	92.75%	69
2024	98.72%	78
2023	93.59%	156
2022	84.48%	116
2021	89.25%	93

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

MyNursingSchools Opportunity Score

Wilkes Universityoverall score

91/ 100

Top tierModerate confidence — four or five inputs verified

Strengths

Online flexibility
NCLEX pass rate
Job market strength

Score breakdown

NCLEX pass rate
91
Job market strength
76
Online flexibility
100
Tuition affordability
61

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

Pennsylvania 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.

$90,830

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

About

About Wilkes University

Its Passan School of Nursing offers CCNE-accredited online MSN and RN-to-MSN programs in PMHNP, FNP, and AGPCNP — ranked by U.S. News & World Report for 20+ consecutive years. At $786/credit, programs are priced at roughly half the cost of competitors, with clinical placement support included at no additional cost.

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Questions about Wilkes University

What nursing programs does Wilkes University offer?

Wilkes University currently offers 2 nursing programs, including MSN, RN-MSN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.

Is Wilkes University accredited?

Yes, Wilkes 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 Wilkes University offer online nursing programs?

Yes, Wilkes 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 Wilkes University's nursing programs?

To apply to a nursing program at Wilkes 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/wilkes-university">Wilkes University — Nursing Program Outcomes</a> by MyNursingSchools. Wilkes University NCLEX-RN 2025: 92.75% on 69 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>89.25%</td><td>93</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>84.48%</td><td>116</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>93.59%</td><td>156</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>98.72%</td><td>78</td></tr><tr><td>2025</td><td>92.75%</td><td>69</td></tr></tbody></table>

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