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Best RN to BSN Programs in Iowa (2026)

Iowa has 11 RN to BSN programs across 9 cities. 5 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 95%.

11
RN to BSN programs
9
Cities
95%
Avg NCLEX rate
5
With NCLEX data

Top RN to BSN Programs in Iowa by NCLEX Pass Rate

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

1
Briar Cliff UniversityRN to BSN
Sioux City, IA$35,534
2
Allen CollegeRN to BSN
Waterloo, IA$20,444
3
Mount Mercy UniversityRN to BSN
Cedar Rapids, IA$39,070
4
University of IowaRN to BSN
Iowa City, IA$21,928
5
Clarke UniversityRN to BSN
Dubuque, IA$39,600

Most Affordable RN to BSN Programs in Iowa

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure.

Mercy College of Health Sciences
RN to BSNDes Moines, IA
$17,328
Allen College
RN to BSNWaterloo, IA
$20,444
University of Iowa
RN to BSNIowa City, IA
$21,928
William Penn University
RN to BSNOskaloosa, IA
$28,750
Grand View University
RN to BSNDes Moines, IA
$33,450
Northwestern College
RN to BSNOrange City, IA
$35,300
Briar Cliff University
RN to BSNSioux City, IA
$35,534
Saint Ambrose University
RN to BSNDavenport, IA
$35,598
Morningside University
RN to BSNSioux City, IA
$38,190
Mount Mercy University
RN to BSNCedar Rapids, IA
$39,070

Frequently Asked Questions

How many RN to BSN programs are in Iowa?

There are 11 RN to BSN programs in Iowa across 9 cities.

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

Based on 5 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for RN to BSN programs in Iowa is 95%. The highest rate is 100% at Briar Cliff University.

What is the cheapest RN to BSN program in Iowa?

The most affordable option is Mercy College of Health Sciences at $17,328.

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