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Prairie View A & M University vs Texas State 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
Texas State University
100% vs 91.3%
Lower tuition
Prairie View A & M University
$11,299 vs $11,450
Easier to get into
Texas State University
89.5% vs 75.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Prairie View A & M University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Texas State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationPrairie View, TXSan Marcos, TX
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate91.3%100%BEST
Acceptance rate75.3%89.5%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$11,299 in / $26,874 outBEST$11,450 in / $23,210 out
In-state tuition$11,299BEST$11,450
Out-of-state tuition$26,874$23,210BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Prairie View A & M University or Texas State University?

Texas State University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 91.3% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Prairie View A & M University or Texas State University?

Prairie View A & M University is the more affordable option at roughly $11,299, compared to $11,450. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Prairie View A & M University and Texas State 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 Prairie View A & M University and Texas State 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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