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Abilene Christian University vs Texas A&M University-College Station

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Texas A&M University-College Station
$11,093 vs $24,174
Easier to get into
Abilene Christian University
63.9% vs 63.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Abilene Christian University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Texas A&M University-College Station
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationAbilene, TXCollege Station, TX
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate63.9%BEST63.3%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$24,174$11,093 in / $24,090 outBEST
In-state tuition$24,174$11,093BEST
Out-of-state tuition$24,174$24,090BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Abilene Christian University or Texas A&M University-College Station?

Texas A&M University-College Station is the more affordable option at roughly $11,093, compared to $24,174. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Abilene Christian University and Texas A&M University-College Station the same type of program?

Both are DNP 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 Abilene Christian University and Texas A&M University-College Station?

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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