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Lincoln University vs Stephens College

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
Lincoln University
100% vs 88.2%

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Lincoln University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Stephens College
BSN Program
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationJefferson City, MOColumbia, MO
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%BEST88.2%
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$9,290 in / $16,882 out-
In-state tuition$9,290
Out-of-state tuition$16,882
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Lincoln University or Stephens College?

Lincoln University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 88.2% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Are Lincoln University and Stephens 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 Lincoln University and Stephens 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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