Top Nursing Schools in Texas for 2025
Top Nursing Schools in Texas (2025)
1. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston – Cizik School of Nursing
- Location: Houston, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: Consistently exceeds national averages
- Tuition: Approximately $11,925 per year (in-state)
- Programs Offered: BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD
- Highlights: Situated within the Texas Medical Center, offering extensive clinical opportunities and research initiatives. Superprof
2. University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio – School of Nursing
- Location: San Antonio, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 96% average (2017–2022)
- Tuition: Approximately $19,279 per year
- Programs Offered: Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD
- Highlights: Strong community engagement with over 330 clinical affiliation agreements. UT Health San Antonio+1Book Student Accommodation+1Texarkana College School of Nursing+1RN Programs+1UTEP+3dailydose.ttuhsc.edu+3HTexas+3
3. Texas A&M University - Texarkana
- Location: Texarkana, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 100%
- Tuition: Approximately $7,868 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, RN-BSN, MSN
- Highlights: Small class sizes with personalized instruction and CCNE accreditation. dailydose.ttuhsc.edu
4. University of Texas at Austin - School of Nursing
- Location: Austin, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 92.38%
- Tuition: Approximately $12,040 per year (in-state)
- Programs Offered: BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD
- Highlights: Renowned for research excellence with over $20 million in extramural funding. Rio Grande GuardianBetter Nurse+3UT Health San Antonio+3Niche+3Book Student Accommodation
5. University of Houston - Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing
- Location: Houston, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 100% for the past three years
- Tuition: Approximately $15,052 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, Second Degree BSN, MSN, DNP
- Highlights: Ranked No. 1 nationally in several categories based on first-time NCLEX pass rates.
6. Texas State University - St. David's School of Nursing
- Location: Round Rock, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 100%
- Tuition: Approximately $11,860 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, MSN, RN to MSN
- Highlights: Emphasis on leadership and patient safety, with robust simulation labs. HTexas
7. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - School of Nursing
- Location: Lubbock, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 95% first-time pass rate
- Tuition: Approximately $9,345 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, MSN, DNP
- Highlights: Offers 22 nursing programs, including online MSN options and nurse-led clinics serving over 11,000 patients. Home
8. Texas Woman’s University - College of Nursing
- Location: Denton, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 98% on certification tests
- Tuition: Approximately $6,789 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD
- Highlights: Largest nursing program in Texas with a strong focus on global nursing and online FNP programs.Texas Woman's Universitynursing.tamu.edu+17University of Houston+17University of Houston+17
9. University of Texas at El Paso - College of Nursing
- Location: El Paso, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 96.49% in 2024
- Tuition: Approximately $8,300 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP
- Highlights: Diverse faculty and student population with state-of-the-art simulation labs. UTEP
10. University of Texas at Tyler - School of Nursing
- Location: Tyler, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 97.5% in 2023
- Tuition: Approximately $7,200 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD
- Highlights: Recognized for high licensure exam pass rates and comprehensive nursing education.
11. University of the Incarnate Word - Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions
- Location: San Antonio, TX
- NCLEX Pass Rate: 96.9% in 2023
- Tuition: Approximately $45,860 per year
- Programs Offered: BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP
- Highlights: Offers a supportive learning environment with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence. University of Incarnate Word
Selecting the Right Nursing Program
When choosing a nursing school, consider the following factors:
- Location: Proximity to clinical sites and your residence can impact your educational experience.
- Tuition: Evaluate the cost in relation to the program's offerings and potential financial aid.
- NCLEX Pass Rates: High pass rates often reflect the program's quality and effectiveness.
- Program Offerings: Ensure the school provides the specific nursing track you're interested in.
- Graduation Rates: Higher rates may indicate better student support and program satisfaction.
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