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Texas A&M University-Texarkana vs The University of Texas at Arlington

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
Texas A&M University-Texarkana
$7,930 vs $11,728
Easier to get into
The University of Texas at Arlington
81.3% vs 80.2% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana
RN to BSN
The University of Texas at Arlington
RN to BSN
Program typeRN to BSNRN to BSN
Formatin personin person
LocationTexarkana, TXArlington, TX
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate94.2%
Acceptance rate80.2%81.3%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$7,930 in / $20,947 outBEST$11,728 in / $29,660 out
In-state tuition$7,930BEST$11,728
Out-of-state tuition$20,947BEST$29,660
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Texas A&M University-Texarkana or The University of Texas at Arlington?

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is the more affordable option at roughly $7,930, compared to $11,728. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Texas A&M University-Texarkana and The University of Texas at Arlington 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 Texas A&M University-Texarkana and The University of Texas at Arlington?

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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