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Washington State University vs University of Washington-Bothell Campus

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Washington State University
$14,400 vs $18,549
Easier to get into
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
91.8% vs 85.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Washington State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationPullman, WABothell, WA
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate85.4%91.8%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$14,400 in / $29,567 outBEST$18,549 in / $32,427 out
In-state tuition$14,400BEST$18,549
Out-of-state tuition$29,567BEST$32,427
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Washington State University or University of Washington-Bothell Campus?

Washington State University is the more affordable option at roughly $14,400, compared to $18,549. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Washington State University and University of Washington-Bothell Campus the same type of program?

Both are MSN 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 Washington State University and University of Washington-Bothell Campus?

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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