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Franklin Pierce University vs Plymouth State 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
Plymouth State University
$14,558 vs $44,963
Easier to get into
Plymouth State University
91.0% 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.
Plymouth State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationRindge, NHPlymouth, NH
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate90.2%91.0%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$44,963$14,558 in / $25,498 outBEST
In-state tuition$44,963$14,558BEST
Out-of-state tuition$44,963$25,498BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Franklin Pierce University or Plymouth State University?

Plymouth State University is the more affordable option at roughly $14,558, 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 Plymouth State 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 Plymouth State 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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