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New York University vs SUNY Polytechnic Institute

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
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
$12,818 vs $60,438
Easier to get into
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
78.4% vs 9.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

New York University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationNew York, NYUtica, NY
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate96%
Acceptance rate9.4%78.4%BEST
Avg accepted GPA3.8
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$60,438$12,818 in / $25,298 outBEST
In-state tuition$41,124$12,818BEST
Out-of-state tuition$41,124$25,298BEST
Clinical placementarranged
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, New York University or SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

SUNY Polytechnic Institute is the more affordable option at roughly $12,818, compared to $60,438. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are New York University and SUNY Polytechnic Institute 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 New York University and SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

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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