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University of Southern Indiana vs Indiana University-Southeast

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
Indiana University-Southeast
$8,666 vs $10,947
Easier to get into
University of Southern Indiana
94.7% vs 83.1% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Southern Indiana
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Indiana University-Southeast
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationEvansville, INNew Albany, IN
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate94.7%BEST83.1%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$10,947 in / $20,904 out$8,666 in / $19,575 outBEST
In-state tuition$10,947$8,666BEST
Out-of-state tuition$20,904$19,575BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Southern Indiana or Indiana University-Southeast?

Indiana University-Southeast is the more affordable option at roughly $8,666, compared to $10,947. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Southern Indiana and Indiana University-Southeast 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 Southern Indiana and Indiana University-Southeast?

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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