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Barton College vs University of North Carolina at Pembroke

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
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
$6,851 vs $10,397
Easier to get into
Barton College
95.9% vs 92.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Barton College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationWilson, NCPembroke, NC
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate98%
Acceptance rate95.9%BEST92.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$10,397$6,851 in / $19,910 outBEST
In-state tuition$10,397$6,851BEST
Out-of-state tuition$10,397BEST$19,910
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Barton College or University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

University of North Carolina at Pembroke is the more affordable option at roughly $6,851, compared to $10,397. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Barton College and University of North Carolina at Pembroke 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 Barton College and University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

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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