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University of Missouri-Kansas City vs William Jewell 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 Missouri-Kansas City
$11,988 vs $19,890
Easier to get into
University of Missouri-Kansas City
75.0% vs 34.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
William Jewell College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationKansas City, MOLiberty, MO
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%100%
Acceptance rate75.0%BEST34.3%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exameither
Total tuition$11,988 in / $28,788 outBEST$19,890
In-state tuition$11,988BEST$19,890
Out-of-state tuition$28,788$19,890BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, University of Missouri-Kansas City or William Jewell College?

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

Which is cheaper, University of Missouri-Kansas City or William Jewell College?

University of Missouri-Kansas City is the more affordable option at roughly $11,988, compared to $19,890. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Missouri-Kansas City and William Jewell 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 Missouri-Kansas City and William Jewell 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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