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University of Evansville vs Indiana University-Indianapolis

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Indiana University-Indianapolis
$10,856 vs $29,206
Easier to get into
Indiana University-Indianapolis
81.4% vs 77.7% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Evansville
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationEvansville, INIndianapolis, IN
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate77.7%81.4%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$29,206$10,856 in / $27,992 outBEST
In-state tuition$29,206$10,856BEST
Out-of-state tuition$29,206$27,992BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Evansville or Indiana University-Indianapolis?

Indiana University-Indianapolis is the more affordable option at roughly $10,856, compared to $29,206. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Evansville and Indiana University-Indianapolis the same type of program?

Both are DNP 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 Evansville and Indiana University-Indianapolis?

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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