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College of Central Florida vs Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
College of Central Florida
$2,710 vs $21,500

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

College of Central Florida
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationOcala, FLPembroke Pines, FL
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%100%
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$2,710 in / $10,517 outBEST$21,500
In-state tuition$2,710
Out-of-state tuition$10,517
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, College of Central Florida or Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines?

College of Central Florida's ADN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 100% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, College of Central Florida or Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines?

College of Central Florida is the more affordable option at roughly $2,710, compared to $21,500. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are College of Central Florida and Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines 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 College of Central Florida and Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines?

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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