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University of Arkansas at Monticello vs Baptist Health College Little Rock

ADN 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
Baptist Health College Little Rock
99.2% vs 83.3%
Lower tuition
University of Arkansas at Monticello
$8,868 vs $13,593

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Arkansas at Monticello
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Baptist Health College Little Rock
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationMonticello, ARLittle Rock, AR
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate83.3%99.2%BEST
Acceptance rate100%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exameither
Total tuition$8,868 in / $14,718 outBEST$13,593
In-state tuition$8,868BEST$13,593
Out-of-state tuition$14,718$13,593BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Baptist Health College Little Rock's ADN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 99.2%, compared to 83.3% 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 Monticello or Baptist Health College Little Rock?

University of Arkansas at Monticello is the more affordable option at roughly $8,868, compared to $13,593. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Arkansas at Monticello and Baptist Health College Little Rock the same type of program?

Both are ADN 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 Monticello and Baptist Health College Little Rock?

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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