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University of Utah vs Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences

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
University of Utah
$9,315 vs $20,780
Easier to get into
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
89.4% vs 87.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Utah
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationSalt Lake City, UTDraper, UT
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate87.2%89.4%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$9,315 in / $29,837 outBEST$20,780
In-state tuition$9,315BEST$20,780
Out-of-state tuition$29,837$20,780BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Utah or Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences?

University of Utah is the more affordable option at roughly $9,315, compared to $20,780. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Utah and Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences 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 Utah and Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences?

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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