Best ABSN Programs in Illinois (2026)
Illinois has 13 ABSN programs across 10 cities. 13 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 90%.
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ABSN programs
10
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90%
Avg NCLEX rate
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With NCLEX data
Top ABSN Programs in Illinois by NCLEX Pass Rate
Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.
1
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences — Accelerated BSN
Rock Island, IL•-
2
Olivet Nazarene University — Accelerated BSN
Bourbonnais, IL•$37,940
3
Illinois State University — Accelerated BSN
Normal, IL•$16,021 in / $28,086 out
4
Bradley University — Accelerated BSN
Peoria, IL•$57,900
5
Methodist College — Accelerated BSN
Peoria, IL•$18,008
6
Rush University — Accelerated BSN
Chicago, IL•$68,000
8
Loyola University Chicago — Accelerated BSN
Maywood, IL•$51,716
9
Lewis University — Accelerated BSN
Romeoville, IL•$37,882
10
Saint Xavier University — Accelerated BSN
Chicago, IL•$36,840
11
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville — Accelerated BSN
Edwardsville, IL•$12,922
12
Elmhurst University — Accelerated BSN
Elmhurst, IL•$41,628
13
Roosevelt University — Accelerated BSN
Chicago, IL•$20,280
Most Affordable ABSN Programs in Illinois
Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ABSN programs are in Illinois?
There are 13 ABSN programs in Illinois across 10 cities.
What is the average NCLEX pass rate for ABSN programs in Illinois?
Based on 13 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for ABSN programs in Illinois is 90%. The highest rate is 100% at Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences.
What is the cheapest ABSN program in Illinois?
The most affordable option is Southern Illinois University Edwardsville at $12,922.
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