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West Virginia University at Parkersburg vs West Liberty 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
West Liberty University
100% vs 97.7%
Lower tuition
West Virginia University at Parkersburg
$4,420 vs $8,732

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

West Virginia University at Parkersburg
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
West Liberty University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationParkersburg, WVWest Liberty, WV
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate97.7%100%BEST
Acceptance rate72.1%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$4,420 in / $9,124 outBEST$8,732 in / $17,116 out
In-state tuition$4,420BEST$8,732
Out-of-state tuition$9,124BEST$17,116
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, West Virginia University at Parkersburg or West Liberty University?

West Liberty University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 97.7% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, West Virginia University at Parkersburg or West Liberty University?

West Virginia University at Parkersburg is the more affordable option at roughly $4,420, compared to $8,732. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are West Virginia University at Parkersburg and West Liberty 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 West Virginia University at Parkersburg and West Liberty 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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