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Franklin Pierce University vs Southern New Hampshire University

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
Southern New Hampshire University
$16,450 vs $44,963
Easier to get into
Southern New Hampshire University
96.1% vs 90.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Franklin Pierce University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Southern New Hampshire University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationRindge, NHManchester, NH
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate90.2%96.1%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$44,963$16,450BEST
In-state tuition$44,963$16,450BEST
Out-of-state tuition$44,963$16,450BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Franklin Pierce University or Southern New Hampshire University?

Southern New Hampshire University is the more affordable option at roughly $16,450, compared to $44,963. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Franklin Pierce University and Southern New Hampshire University 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 Franklin Pierce University and Southern New Hampshire University?

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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