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Marywood University vs York College of Pennsylvania

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
Marywood University
100% vs 96.7%
Lower tuition
York College of Pennsylvania
$24,606 vs $39,570
Easier to get into
York College of Pennsylvania
94.2% vs 83.7% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Marywood University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
York College of Pennsylvania
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationScranton, PAYork, PA
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%BEST96.7%
Acceptance rate83.7%94.2%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$39,570$24,606BEST
In-state tuition$39,570$24,606BEST
Out-of-state tuition$39,570$24,606BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Marywood University or York College of Pennsylvania?

Marywood University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 96.7% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Marywood University or York College of Pennsylvania?

York College of Pennsylvania is the more affordable option at roughly $24,606, compared to $39,570. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Marywood University and York College of Pennsylvania 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 Marywood University and York College of Pennsylvania?

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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