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Queens University of Charlotte vs University of North Carolina

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
Queens University of Charlotte
$15,270 vs $48,000
Faster to complete
Queens University of Charlotte
24 months vs 48 months
Easier to get into
Queens University of Charlotte
67.7% vs 14.0% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Queens University of Charlotte
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of North Carolina
Clinical Nurse Leader (MSN)
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationCharlotte, NCPembroke, NC
Length24 monthsBEST48 months
NCLEX pass rate97%
Acceptance rate67.7%BEST14.0%
Avg accepted GPA3.7
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$15,270BEST$48,000
In-state tuition$15,270
Out-of-state tuition$15,270
Clinical placementarranged
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Queens University of Charlotte or University of North Carolina?

Queens University of Charlotte is the more affordable option at roughly $15,270, compared to $48,000. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Queens University of Charlotte and University of North Carolina 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 Queens University of Charlotte and University of North Carolina?

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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