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Best BSN Programs in Iowa (2026)

Iowa has 21 BSN programs across 15 cities. 15 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 93%.

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Top BSN Programs in Iowa by NCLEX Pass Rate

Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.

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Most Affordable BSN Programs in Iowa

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.

Iowa State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Ames, IA
$10,497 in / $27,683 out
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Des Moines, IA
$17,328
Upper Iowa University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Fayette, IA
$19,000
Allen College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Waterloo, IA
$20,444
St Luke's College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Sioux City, IA
$20,940
William Penn University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Oskaloosa, IA
$28,750
Graceland University-Lamoni
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Lamoni, IA
$33,220
Grand View University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Des Moines, IA
$33,450
Northwestern College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Orange City, IA
$35,300
Briar Cliff University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • Sioux City, IA
$35,534

Frequently Asked Questions

How many BSN programs are in Iowa?

There are 21 BSN programs in Iowa across 15 cities.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate for BSN programs in Iowa?

Based on 15 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for BSN programs in Iowa is 93%. The highest rate is 100% at Dordt University.

What is the cheapest BSN program in Iowa?

The most affordable option is Iowa State University at $10,497 in / $27,683 out.

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