BOMEastern Kentucky University nursing
Richmond, Kentucky · Public. Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate · first-time NCLEX 94.3% / 98% · ACEN and CCNE accredited.
Associate'sBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateRN, associate degree NCLEX 94.3%RN, bachelor’s degree NCLEX 98%
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | Approval | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN, associate degree | Richmond | Approved | 94.3% (2025, 35 first-time takers) Board source |
| RN, bachelor’s degree | Richmond | Approved | 98% (2025, 99 first-time takers) Board source |
Nursing awards
| Program (CIP) | Award level | Completions, 2023-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Bachelor's degree | 101 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Master's degree | 80 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Associate's degree | 34 |
| Nursing Practice 51.3818 | Doctor's degree, professional practice | 9 |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing 51.3810 | Post-master's certificate | 5 |
| Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 51.3805 | Post-master's certificate | 3 |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
Accreditation
From Eastern Kentucky University’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“The baccalaureate degree, master’s degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Eastern Kentucky University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education , 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.”
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