BOMMissouri Southern State University nursing
Joplin, Missouri · Public. Bachelor's · first-time NCLEX 100% · ACEN accredited.
Bachelor'sRN, bachelor’s degree NCLEX 100%
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | Approval | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN, bachelor’s degree | Joplin | Full | 100% (2025, 22 first-time takers) Board source |
Nursing awards
| Program (CIP) | Award level | Completions, 2023-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Bachelor's degree | 21 |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
Accreditation
| Accreditor | Program | Next review |
|---|---|---|
| ACEN | Baccalaureate Accredited | Spring 2028 |
From Missouri Southern State University’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)”
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State board approval
“The Missouri Southern State Baccalaureate Nursing Program is fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing, with the next site visit planned for 2028.”
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Clinical placements
“Students entering Missouri Southern State University are assigned to do clinical practice in cooperating healthcare agencies/organizations and because they will be in contact with patients, must additionally meet all clinical site requirements.”
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Admission
“Minimum 75% on required sections of the HESI A2 Entrance Exam (one retake allowed).”
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