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Top Nursing Schools in Texas for 2025

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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

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

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

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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