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The University of Texas at Arlington 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
The University of Texas at El Paso
$9,744 vs $11,728
Easier to get into
The University of Texas at El Paso
99.9% vs 81.3% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

The University of Texas at Arlington
RN to BSN
The University of Texas at El Paso
RN to BSN
Program typeRN to BSNRN to BSN
Formatin personin person
LocationArlington, TXEl Paso, TX
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate94.2%
Acceptance rate81.3%99.9%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$11,728 in / $29,660 out$9,744 in / $25,512 outBEST
In-state tuition$11,728$9,744BEST
Out-of-state tuition$29,660$25,512BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The University of Texas at El Paso is the more affordable option at roughly $9,744, compared to $11,728. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are The University of Texas at Arlington 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 The University of Texas at Arlington 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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