Nursing pass rates

Editorial Team / Admin · Mar 17

NCLEX pass rates should be publicly available. If you Google NCLEX pass rates plus your state it should pop up. Here are CA's: https://www.RN.ca.gov/education/passrates.shtml

Home Health Columnist / Guide · Mar 19

Check out U.S NCLEX 2023 Pass Rates

Total First-time, U.S.-educated RN's = 186,350 took exam with 88.56% passing NCLEX, so aim for school with pass rate way above this number to increase one's chance in passing test.

Additionally, what is the nursing programs ATTRITION rate = number who complete program--- higher desired.

Why Students Drop Out of Nursing School

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For the 2020-2021 school year, the dropout rate for nursing schools in California hovered near 10%. Some schools reported rates as high as 39% and others reported a 0% attrition rate. These rates are an estimate of your potential to graduate if you are admitted to the program.

The dropout rate is influenced by several factors, most of which you can control when you know how to prepare.

The common reasons nurses drop out of nursing school include:

poor time management skills
overwhelming stress
bad study habits
working more than part-time
lack of support with family responsibilities
difficulty taking the new NCLEX-style questions on exams

Ask what services are available to help you improve in these areas:

Programs designed for new students to help one improve study habits + test taking
Tutoring services
Peer support
Stress reduction and self help guides
Faculty advisor availability
Child care center
Counseling services

Nursing program accreditation by ACEN or CCNE is important as onsite evaluation of program has occurred indicating to the general public that the nursing program was assessed and identified as having effective educational practices meeting or working to meet nursing standards.

Best wishes in choosing a great program to help you succeed in a nursing career.