University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Nursing Programs

• $15,600 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
• $5,976 In-State Graduate Tuition*

• Program
  Format
  Tuition
  Score
• Nurse Educator - BSN to MSN
  Online Program
  $9,711 In-State Tuition
  4.3 Program Score
• Nurse Educator - MSN to Post Grad Certificate
  Online Program
  $2,241 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score
• RN to BSN
  Online Program
  $12,960 In-State Tuition
  4.4 Program Score
• Traditional BSN
  On-Campus Program
  $18,240 In-State Tuition
  4.3 Program Score

The University of North Carolina Pembroke is a public university in Pembroke, North Carolina, and a master's degree-granting institution within the University of North Carolina system. The campus is located just north of Pembroke, behind N.C. Highway 711, and is minutes away from Interstates 74 and 95. The campus center, known as the Chavis University Center (or the University Center/UC), offers bowling, pool, games, and a lounge for socializing.

The Nursing Program at McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing is committed to the mission of the College of Health Sciences and UNC Pembroke. It's goal is to provide accessible, seamless, high-quality undergraduate and graduate nursing education to diverse student populations, preparing them to become leaders in professional nursing practice.

Nursing Programs at UNC, Pembroke

• Pre Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• RN to BSN 
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • MSN: Clinic Nurse Leader 
  • MSN: Nurse Educator 
  • MSN: Clinical Prevention and Population Health
• RN -MSN (all MSN concentrations available)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) 

Hands-On Learning Experience 

The triple goal of the McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing is to support professional nurses' social, intellectual, and cultural development in North Carolina and across the country via community service, research, and teaching. In line with professional nursing practice norms, students enrolled in UNCP's nursing programs receive a multicultural education with a foundation in the humanities, sciences, and arts. Nursing education prepares students for career success, lifelong learning, and community service.

Mode of Learning

• Pre-licensure BSN: On-campus, four-year program.
• MSN: Online program for RNs with a bachelor's degree in nursing.
• RN-MSN Pathway: Online with some on-campus classes for ADN RNs.

NCLEX Pass Rates

The UNC Pembroke Nursing Programme obtained an astounding 96% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX in 2023. This achievement is a testament to the program's excellence in nursing education and its commitment to providing students with the best possible preparation for their professional licensure tests.

Acceptance/Admission Rate

UNC Pembroke's nursing program is well known for being extremely competitive. It's small class sizes, which provide a personal and encouraging learning atmosphere, set it apart. Professors try to get to know each student by name and provide individualized attention that benefits nursing students. Student-teacher relationships are fostered in this intimate learning environment, which improves the academic experience overall and offers aspiring nurses a caring environment.

Accreditation

The baccalaureate and master's degree programs in nursing at the University of North Carolina Pembroke are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).