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Cabarrus College of Health Sciences vs Lenoir-Rhyne University

BSN 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
Lenoir-Rhyne University
100% vs 92%
Lower tuition
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
$16,070 vs $30,900
Easier to get into
Lenoir-Rhyne University
80.7% vs 49.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationConcord, NCHickory, NC
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate92%100%BEST
Acceptance rate49.2%80.7%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$16,070BEST$30,900
In-state tuition$16,070BEST$30,900
Out-of-state tuition$16,070BEST$30,900
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Cabarrus College of Health Sciences or Lenoir-Rhyne University?

Lenoir-Rhyne University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 92% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Cabarrus College of Health Sciences or Lenoir-Rhyne University?

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is the more affordable option at roughly $16,070, compared to $30,900. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and Lenoir-Rhyne 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 Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and Lenoir-Rhyne 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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