BOMBethel University nursing
McKenzie, Tennessee · Private nonprofit. Bachelor's · first-time NCLEX 89% · CCNE accredited.
State board approval and NCLEX
| Program | Campus | Approval | First-time NCLEX pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN, bachelor’s degree | McKenzie | Full | 89% (2025, 9 first-time takers) Board source |
Nursing awards
| Program (CIP) | Award level | Completions, 2023-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801 | Bachelor's degree | 12 |
Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.
Accreditation
| Accreditor | Program | Next review |
|---|---|---|
| CCNE | Baccalaureate | Spring 2035 |
From Bethel University’s nursing pages
Accreditation
“The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Bethel University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education , 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.”
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NCLEX
“With a 92% five-year average first-time NCLEX pass rate , a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio in the Nursing Department and clinical partners including Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and St.”
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Simulation
“Sharpen your health assessment, critical thinking and care planning skills through classroom instruction and hands-on simulation labs.”
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Clinical placements
“You'll develop a strong foundation in nursing theory, pharmacology and evidence-based practice, then put it to work through hands-on clinical placements in hospitals, clinics and community health settings.”
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Admission
“To enter the nursing coursework, you will need a current LPN license, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75, your general education and science prerequisites completed or in progress, and a TEAS or HESI entrance exam score from within the last two years.”
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