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Trevecca Nazarene University vs Tusculum University

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Tusculum University
$28,500 vs $29,790
Easier to get into
Trevecca Nazarene University
70.0% vs 60.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Trevecca Nazarene University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Tusculum University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationNashville, TNGreeneville, TN
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate70.0%BEST60.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$29,790$28,500BEST
In-state tuition$29,790$28,500BEST
Out-of-state tuition$29,790$28,500BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Trevecca Nazarene University or Tusculum University?

Tusculum University is the more affordable option at roughly $28,500, compared to $29,790. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Trevecca Nazarene University and Tusculum 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 Trevecca Nazarene University and Tusculum 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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