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Campbellsville University vs University of Kentucky

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
Campbellsville University
$9,920 vs $26,424
Easier to get into
Campbellsville University
98.3% vs 92.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Campbellsville University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Kentucky
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationCampbellsville, KYLexington, KY
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate91%
Acceptance rate98.3%BEST92.4%
Avg accepted GPA3.4
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$9,920BEST$26,424
In-state tuition$9,920BEST$14,330
Out-of-state tuition$9,920BEST$35,459
Clinical placementarranged
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Campbellsville University or University of Kentucky?

Campbellsville University is the more affordable option at roughly $9,920, compared to $26,424. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Campbellsville University and University of Kentucky 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 Campbellsville University and University of Kentucky?

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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