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Indiana University-Southeast vs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

RN to BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Indiana University-Southeast
$8,179 vs $35,420
Easier to get into
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne
97.6% vs 83.1% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Indiana University-Southeast
RN to BSN
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne
RN to BSN
Program typeRN to BSNRN to BSN
Formatin personin person
LocationNew Albany, INFort Wayne, IN
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate83.1%97.6%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,179 in / $22,043 outBEST$35,420
In-state tuition$8,179BEST$35,420
Out-of-state tuition$22,043BEST$35,420
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Indiana University-Southeast or University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?

Indiana University-Southeast is the more affordable option at roughly $8,179, compared to $35,420. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Indiana University-Southeast and University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne the same type of program?

Both are RN to BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Indiana University-Southeast and University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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