Easiest RN-to-BSN Programs to Get Into (2026)
RN-to-BSN programs are generally more accessible than pre-licensure programs since applicants are already licensed RNs. We track 532 RN-to-BSN programs across 52 states. Most programs require an active RN license, an ADN or diploma, and a minimum GPA (often 2.0-2.5).
532
Programs
52
States
90%
Avg NCLEX rate
$23,439
Avg tuition
Top Programs by NCLEX Pass Rate
Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.
1
St. Thomas University — RN to BSN
Miami Gardens, FL•NCLEX 100%•$34,770
2
University of North Alabama — RN to BSN
Florence, AL•NCLEX 100%•$11,990 in / $22,190 out
3
Sonoma State University — RN to BSN
Rohnert Park, CA•NCLEX 100%•$8,190 in / $20,070 out
4
Troy University — RN to BSN
Troy, AL•NCLEX 100%•$9,792 in / $19,584 out
5
Fort Hays State University — RN to BSN
Hays, KS•NCLEX 100%•$5,633 in / $16,811 out
6
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota — RN to BSN
Winona, MN•NCLEX 100%•$43,160
7
Montclair State University — RN to BSN
Montclair, NJ•NCLEX 100%•$14,766 in / $24,126 out
8
Emmanuel College — RN to BSN
Boston, MA•NCLEX 100%•$46,686
9
Florida Gulf Coast University — RN to BSN
Fort Myers, FL•NCLEX 100%•$6,118 in / $25,162 out
10
University of Missouri-Kansas City — RN to BSN
Kansas City, MO•NCLEX 100%•$11,988 in / $28,788 out
11
University of Louisiana at Monroe — RN to BSN
Monroe, LA•NCLEX 100%•$9,190 in / $21,290 out
12
University of Mobile — RN to BSN
Mobile, AL•NCLEX 100%•$26,120
13
Northwestern Oklahoma State University — RN to BSN
Alva, OK•NCLEX 100%•$5,970 in / $11,664 out
14
Abilene Christian University — RN to BSN
Abilene, TX•NCLEX 100%•$42,380
15
Auburn University — RN to BSN
Auburn, AL•NCLEX 100%•$12,536 in / $33,944 out
16
Santa Fe College — RN to BSN
Gainesville, FL•NCLEX 100%•$5,126
17
Briar Cliff University — RN to BSN
Sioux City, IA•NCLEX 100%•$35,534
18
Monroe Community College — RN to BSN
Bronx, NY•NCLEX 100%•$5,856 in / $10,756 out
19
Pasco-Hernando State College — RN to BSN
New Port Richey, FL•NCLEX 100%•$3,155 in / $12,032 out
20
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences — RN to BSN
Rock Island, IL•NCLEX 100%•-
21
California State University, Long Beach — RN to BSN
Long Beach, CA•NCLEX 99.3%•$14,016
22
Allen College — RN to BSN
Waterloo, IA•NCLEX 99.0%•$20,444
23
Southeastern Louisiana University — RN to BSN
Hammond, LA•NCLEX 98.6%•$8,373 in / $20,851 out
24
University of Central Missouri — RN to BSN
Warrensburg, MO•NCLEX 98.5%•$9,739 in / $18,064 out
25
SUNY Brockport — RN to BSN
Brockport, NY•NCLEX 98.5%•$8,678 in / $15,748 out
26
Mount Mercy University — RN to BSN
Cedar Rapids, IA•NCLEX 98.5%•$39,070
27
University of Mary — RN to BSN
Bismarck, ND•NCLEX 98.4%•$21,468
28
California State University-Bakersfield — RN to BSN
Bakersfield, CA•NCLEX 98.1%•$7,696 in / $19,576 out
29
University of Pennsylvania — RN to BSN
Philadelphia, PA•NCLEX 98%•$248,000
30
University of South Alabama — RN to BSN
Mobile, AL•NCLEX 98.0%•$9,676 in / $18,652 out
Most Affordable Programs
Sorted by lowest available tuition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many programs are covered?
This guide covers 532 programs across 52 states.
What is the average NCLEX pass rate?
Based on programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate is 90%. The highest rate is 100% at St. Thomas University.
What is the most affordable program?
The most affordable option is Pensacola State College at $2,348.
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