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Potomac State College of West Virginia University 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 95.8%
Lower tuition
Potomac State College of West Virginia University
$5,040 vs $8,732

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Potomac State College of West Virginia University
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
LocationKeyser, WVWest Liberty, WV
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate95.8%100%BEST
Acceptance rate72.1%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,040 in / $12,624 outBEST$8,732 in / $17,116 out
In-state tuition$5,040BEST$8,732
Out-of-state tuition$12,624BEST$17,116
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Potomac State College of West Virginia University or West Liberty University?

West Liberty University's BSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 100%, compared to 95.8% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Potomac State College of West Virginia University or West Liberty University?

Potomac State College of West Virginia University is the more affordable option at roughly $5,040, compared to $8,732. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Potomac State College of West Virginia University 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 Potomac State College of West Virginia University 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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