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Monroe University vs Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
$14,250 vs $17,922

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Monroe University
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Program typeCERTCERT
Formatin personin person
LocationBronx, NYPoughkeepsie, NY
Length12 months12 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate65.9%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$17,922$14,250BEST
In-state tuition$17,922
Out-of-state tuition$17,922
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Monroe University or Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?

Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is the more affordable option at roughly $14,250, compared to $17,922. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Monroe University and Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program the same type of program?

Both are CERT 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 Monroe University and Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?

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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