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SUNY Brockport vs Wagner College

ABSN 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
SUNY Brockport
94.6% vs 91.0%
Lower tuition
SUNY Brockport
$8,678 vs $52,000
Easier to get into
Wagner College
83.5% vs 71.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

SUNY Brockport
Accelerated BSN
Wagner College
Accelerated BSN
Program typeABSNABSN
Formatin personin person
LocationBrockport, NYStaten Island, NY
Length16 months16 months
NCLEX pass rate94.6%BEST91.0%
Acceptance rate71.3%83.5%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,678 in / $15,748 outBEST$52,000
In-state tuition$8,678BEST$52,000
Out-of-state tuition$15,748BEST$52,000
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, SUNY Brockport or Wagner College?

SUNY Brockport's ABSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 94.6%, compared to 91.0% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, SUNY Brockport or Wagner College?

SUNY Brockport is the more affordable option at roughly $8,678, compared to $52,000. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are SUNY Brockport and Wagner College the same type of program?

Both are ABSN 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 SUNY Brockport and Wagner College?

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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