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Bowling Green State University-Main Campus vs Ohio Northern 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
Ohio Northern University
100% vs 92.7%
Lower tuition
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
$14,081 vs $37,800
Easier to get into
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
80.6% vs 73.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Ohio Northern University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationBowling Green, OHAda, OH
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate92.7%100%BEST
Acceptance rate80.6%BEST73.3%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examHESI
Total tuition$14,081 in / $22,070 outBEST$37,800
In-state tuition$14,081BEST$37,800
Out-of-state tuition$22,070BEST$37,800
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus or Ohio Northern University?

Ohio Northern University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 92.7% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus or Ohio Northern University?

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is the more affordable option at roughly $14,081, compared to $37,800. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Bowling Green State University-Main Campus and Ohio Northern 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 Bowling Green State University-Main Campus and Ohio Northern 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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