Luther College nursing
Decorah, Iowa · Private nonprofit. Bachelor's · first-time NCLEX 96.97% · CCNE accredited.
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| RN, bachelor’s degree BS | 96.97% (2025, 33 first-time takers) Board source |
The Iowa 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 | 46 |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
Accreditation
| Accreditor | Program | Next review |
|---|---|---|
| CCNE | Baccalaureate | Fall 2032 |
From Luther College’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Luther College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001.”
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State board approval
“The nursing program at Luther College is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).”
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NCLEX
“In 2025, Luther nursing graduates achieved a 97% pass rate on the nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-RN).”
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Simulation
“Clinical rotations at renowned institutions like the Mayo Clinic offer invaluable real-world exposure, while the high-tech simulation lab prepares students for patient care.”
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Clinical placements
“Clinical rotations at renowned institutions like the Mayo Clinic offer invaluable real-world exposure, while the high-tech simulation lab prepares students for patient care.”
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