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West Virginia Wesleyan College vs Wheeling University

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Wheeling University
$10,160 vs $10,476
Easier to get into
West Virginia Wesleyan College
95.0% vs 75.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

West Virginia Wesleyan College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Wheeling University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationBuckhannon, WVWheeling, WV
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate95.0%BEST75.2%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$10,476$10,160BEST
In-state tuition$10,476$10,160BEST
Out-of-state tuition$10,476$10,160BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, West Virginia Wesleyan College or Wheeling University?

Wheeling University is the more affordable option at roughly $10,160, compared to $10,476. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are West Virginia Wesleyan College and Wheeling University the same type of program?

Both are DNP 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 Wesleyan College and Wheeling 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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