Augustana University nursing

Sioux Falls, South Dakota · Private nonprofit. Bachelor's, Master's · first-time NCLEX 95.6% · CCNE accredited.

Bachelor'sMaster'sRN, bachelor’s degree NCLEX 95.6%

State board approval and NCLEX

ProgramCampusApprovalFirst-time NCLEX pass rate
RN, bachelor’s degreeSioux FallsFull95.6% (2025, 68 first-time takers)
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Nursing awards

Program (CIP)Award levelCompletions, 2023-24
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801Bachelor's degree42
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801Master's degree3
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801Post-master's certificate1

Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.

Accreditation

AccreditorProgramNext review
CCNEBaccalaureateSpring 2031
CCNEMaster'sFall 2028
CCNEPost-Graduate APRN CertificateFall 2028

From Augustana University’s nursing pages

Accreditation

“The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Augustana University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).”

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State board approval

“The Augustana Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON).”

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Simulation

“Nursing students are immersed in an interactive learning environment that features an advanced simulation center, case study reviews, role playing and electronic health records.”

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Clinical placements

“These clinical placements allow students to apply classroom knowledge while developing patient care, communication and decision-making skills.”

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Admission

“Our 16-month accelerated program includes two fall semesters, one J-Term, one spring semester and one summer session, along with the completion of prerequisite courses.”

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