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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus vs Rivier 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
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
$19,112 vs $37,791
Easier to get into
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
86.9% vs 81.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Rivier University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationDurham, NHNashua, NH
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate86.9%BEST81.8%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$19,112 in / $38,882 outBEST$37,791
In-state tuition$19,112BEST$37,791
Out-of-state tuition$38,882$37,791BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of New Hampshire-Main Campus or Rivier University?

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is the more affordable option at roughly $19,112, compared to $37,791. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of New Hampshire-Main Campus and Rivier 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 University of New Hampshire-Main Campus and Rivier 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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