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CUNY New York City College of Technology vs Monroe University

ADN 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
Monroe University
100% vs 75.6%
Lower tuition
CUNY New York City College of Technology
$7,332 vs $17,922
Easier to get into
CUNY New York City College of Technology
80.7% vs 65.9% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

CUNY New York City College of Technology
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Monroe University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationBrooklyn, NYBronx, NY
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate75.6%100%BEST
Acceptance rate80.7%BEST65.9%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$7,332 in / $15,282 outBEST$17,922
In-state tuition$7,332BEST$17,922
Out-of-state tuition$15,282BEST$17,922
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, CUNY New York City College of Technology or Monroe University?

Monroe University's ADN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 75.6% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, CUNY New York City College of Technology or Monroe University?

CUNY New York City College of Technology is the more affordable option at roughly $7,332, compared to $17,922. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are CUNY New York City College of Technology and Monroe University the same type of program?

Both are ADN 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 CUNY New York City College of Technology and Monroe 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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