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SUNY Morrisville vs Empire State University

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Empire State University
$7,630 vs $8,769

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

SUNY Morrisville
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Empire State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMorrisville, NYSaratoga Springs, NY
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate91.2%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$8,769 in / $19,189 out$7,630 in / $17,540 outBEST
In-state tuition$8,769$7,630BEST
Out-of-state tuition$19,189$17,540BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, SUNY Morrisville or Empire State University?

Empire State University is the more affordable option at roughly $7,630, compared to $8,769. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are SUNY Morrisville and Empire State University the same type of program?

Both are BSN 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 SUNY Morrisville and Empire State 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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