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Colorado Christian University vs University of Northern Colorado

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
Colorado Christian University
97.1% vs 95.1%
Lower tuition
University of Northern Colorado
$12,010 vs $39,266

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Colorado Christian University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Northern Colorado
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationLakewood, COGreeley, CO
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate97.1%BEST95.1%
Acceptance rate86.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examHESI
Total tuition$39,266$12,010 in / $26,204 outBEST
In-state tuition$39,266$12,010BEST
Out-of-state tuition$39,266$26,204BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Colorado Christian University or University of Northern Colorado?

Colorado Christian University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 97.1%, compared to 95.1% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Colorado Christian University or University of Northern Colorado?

University of Northern Colorado is the more affordable option at roughly $12,010, compared to $39,266. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Colorado Christian University and University of Northern Colorado 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 Colorado Christian University and University of Northern Colorado?

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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