BOMWestmont College nursing
Santa Barbara, California · Private nonprofit. Bachelor's · first-time NCLEX 92.31% · CCNE accredited.
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| RN, bachelor’s degree Baccalaureate Degree Programs | Santa Barbara | Board source |
| RN, entry-level master’s Entry Level Master's Degree Programs | Santa Barbara | Board source |
| RN | 92.31% (2024/2025, 39 first-time takers) Board source |
The California board’s table lists these programs without printing an approval status.
Nursing awards
| Program (CIP) | Award level | Completions, 2023-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Bachelor's degree | 37 |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
Accreditation
| Accreditor | Program | Next review |
|---|---|---|
| CCNE | Baccalaureate | Spring 2028 |
From Westmont College’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“The Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) and Part-Time MSN Program (RN-MSN) at Westmont College are pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( ccneaccreditation.org ).”
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NCLEX
“94% NCLEX pass rate (existing program benchmark)”
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Simulation
“The building features a state-of-the-art simulation lab, a team-based learning environment, and progressive healthcare facilities to support a vibrant nursing program.”
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Clinical placements
“Students complete clinical rotations at Cottage Health, Sansum Clinic, Santa Barbara Public Health, Goleta Unified School District, Ventura County Medical Center, Ventura County Public Health, Ventura Unified School District, and many other local healthcare facilities.”
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Admission
“Summer 2027 ABSN Application Deadline: November 15, 2026”
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