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University of Arkansas at Little Rock vs Ouachita Baptist University

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
Ouachita Baptist University
100% vs 92.2%
Lower tuition
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
$8,455 vs $32,480
Easier to get into
Ouachita Baptist University
68.5% vs 57.7% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Ouachita Baptist University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationLittle Rock, ARArkadelphia, AR
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate92.2%100%BEST
Acceptance rate57.7%68.5%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,455 in / $19,210 outBEST$32,480
In-state tuition$8,455BEST$32,480
Out-of-state tuition$19,210BEST$32,480
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, University of Arkansas at Little Rock or Ouachita Baptist University?

Ouachita Baptist University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 92.2% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, University of Arkansas at Little Rock or Ouachita Baptist University?

University of Arkansas at Little Rock is the more affordable option at roughly $8,455, compared to $32,480. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Ouachita Baptist University the same type of program?

Both are 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 University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Ouachita Baptist University?

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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