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University of Central Oklahoma vs Oral Roberts 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
University of Central Oklahoma
95.7% vs 79.3%
Lower tuition
University of Central Oklahoma
$8,522 vs $34,100
Easier to get into
Oral Roberts University
98.6% vs 81.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Central Oklahoma
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Oral Roberts University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationEdmond, OKTulsa, OK
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate95.7%BEST79.3%
Acceptance rate81.8%98.6%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,522 in / $19,409 outBEST$34,100
In-state tuition$8,522BEST$34,100
Out-of-state tuition$19,409BEST$34,100
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, University of Central Oklahoma or Oral Roberts University?

University of Central Oklahoma's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 95.7%, compared to 79.3% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, University of Central Oklahoma or Oral Roberts University?

University of Central Oklahoma is the more affordable option at roughly $8,522, compared to $34,100. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Central Oklahoma and Oral Roberts 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 University of Central Oklahoma and Oral Roberts 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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