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College of Staten Island CUNY vs Roberts Wesleyan University

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
Roberts Wesleyan University
96.4% vs 78.3%
Lower tuition
College of Staten Island CUNY
$11,650 vs $15,445

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

College of Staten Island CUNY
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Roberts Wesleyan University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationStaten Island, NYRochester, NY
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate78.3%96.4%BEST
Acceptance rate77.8%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$11,650 in / $21,080 outBEST$15,445
In-state tuition$11,650BEST$15,445
Out-of-state tuition$21,080$15,445BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, College of Staten Island CUNY or Roberts Wesleyan University?

Roberts Wesleyan University's MSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 96.4%, compared to 78.3% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, College of Staten Island CUNY or Roberts Wesleyan University?

College of Staten Island CUNY is the more affordable option at roughly $11,650, compared to $15,445. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are College of Staten Island CUNY and Roberts Wesleyan 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 College of Staten Island CUNY and Roberts Wesleyan 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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