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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities vs Crown College

BSN 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 Minnesota-Twin Cities
$16,488 vs $30,200
Easier to get into
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
77.0% vs 62.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Crown College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMinneapolis, MNSaint Bonifacius, MN
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate77.0%BEST62.8%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$16,488 in / $36,402 outBEST$30,200
In-state tuition$16,488BEST$30,200
Out-of-state tuition$36,402$30,200BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities or Crown College?

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is the more affordable option at roughly $16,488, compared to $30,200. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and Crown College the same type of program?

Both are BSN 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 Minnesota-Twin Cities and Crown College?

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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