BOMMercy College of Health Sciences nursing
Des Moines, Iowa · Private nonprofit. Associate's, Bachelor's · first-time NCLEX 81.82% / 88.1%.
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Practical nursing PN | Board source | |
| RN, associate degree ADN | 81.82% (2025, 22 first-time takers) Board source | |
| RN, bachelor’s degree BSN; ABSN | 88.1% (2025, 210 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 | 276 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Associate's degree | 49 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Master's degree | New program, no completions yet |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
From Mercy College of Health Sciences’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“The associate degree program in nursing at Mercy Health Sciences University is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).”
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State board approval
“The baccalaureate and associate degree programs are approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON).”
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NCLEX
“With an overall first-time National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) pass rate of 91% for our pre-licensure programs, you can feel comfortable putting your faith in Mercy Health Sciences University to prepare you for your nursing career!”
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Clinical placements
“The ASN program at Mercy Health Sciences University offers a well-rounded curriculum paired with meaningful clinical rotations, which has prepared me for a smooth transition into nursing practice.”
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Admission
“At Mercy Health Sciences University, your journey begins with high‑quality, healthcare‑focused prerequisite courses taught by experienced health science faculty.”
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