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University of West Florida vs Florida National University-Main Campus

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of West Florida
$9,062 vs $19,088

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of West Florida
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Florida National University-Main Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationPensacola, FLHialeah, FL
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate56.9%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$9,062 in / $24,894 outBEST$19,088
In-state tuition$9,062BEST$19,088
Out-of-state tuition$24,894$19,088BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of West Florida or Florida National University-Main Campus?

University of West Florida is the more affordable option at roughly $9,062, compared to $19,088. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of West Florida and Florida National University-Main Campus the same type of program?

Both are MSN 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 West Florida and Florida National University-Main Campus?

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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