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Ramapo College of New Jersey vs Saint Peter's University

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Saint Peter's University
$15,260 vs $20,444
Easier to get into
Saint Peter's University
90.5% vs 73.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Ramapo College of New Jersey
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Saint Peter's University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMahwah, NJJersey City, NJ
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate73.2%90.5%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$20,444$15,260BEST
In-state tuition$20,444$15,260BEST
Out-of-state tuition$20,444$15,260BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ramapo College of New Jersey or Saint Peter's University?

Saint Peter's University is the more affordable option at roughly $15,260, compared to $20,444. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Ramapo College of New Jersey and Saint Peter's University the same type of program?

Both are MSN 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 Ramapo College of New Jersey and Saint Peter's 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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