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Indiana University-Indianapolis vs University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

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 $20,646
Easier to get into
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne
97.6% vs 81.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Indiana University-Indianapolis
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationIndianapolis, INFort Wayne, IN
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate81.4%97.6%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$10,856 in / $27,992 outBEST$20,646
In-state tuition$10,856BEST$20,646
Out-of-state tuition$27,992$20,646BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Indiana University-Indianapolis or University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?

Indiana University-Indianapolis is the more affordable option at roughly $10,856, compared to $20,646. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Indiana University-Indianapolis and University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne 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 Indiana University-Indianapolis and University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?

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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