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Tarleton State University vs The University of Texas at El Paso

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Tarleton State University
$7,878 vs $9,744
Easier to get into
The University of Texas at El Paso
99.9% vs 94.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Tarleton State University
RN to BSN
The University of Texas at El Paso
RN to BSN
Program typeRN to BSNRN to BSN
Formatin personin person
LocationStephenville, TXEl Paso, TX
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate94.7%
Acceptance rate94.2%99.9%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$7,878 in / $17,958 outBEST$9,744 in / $25,512 out
In-state tuition$7,878BEST$9,744
Out-of-state tuition$17,958BEST$25,512
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Tarleton State University or The University of Texas at El Paso?

Tarleton State University is the more affordable option at roughly $7,878, compared to $9,744. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Tarleton State University and The University of Texas at El Paso the same type of program?

Both are RN to 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 Tarleton State University and The University of Texas at El Paso?

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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