SCHOOLS

College Nursing program among top in state in new rankings

The Northwest Florida State College Nursing program has been ranked eighth among all Florida college and university nursing programs by RegisteredNursing.org. The State of Florida has more than 150 nursing programs. The ranking is based on an analysis of past and present pass rates of the NCLEX-RN, a national exam used to assess the competency of registered nursing students.

NICEVILLE, Fla – The Northwest Florida State College Nursing program has been ranked eighth among all Florida college and university nursing programs by RegisteredNursing.org.

The State of Florida has more than 150 nursing programs.

Advertisement

Niceville.com Community Partner

The ranking is based on an analysis of past and present pass rates of the NCLEX-RN, a national exam used to assess the competency of registered nursing students. The exam is required for licensure.

RegisteredNursing.org ranked the top 50 Nursing Programs by percentage of graduates who pass the exam and the average of pass rates across varying years of the program.

Advertisement

Niceville.com Community Partner

Under the direction of Dr. Charlotte Kuss and exceptional faculty, NWF State College’s Nursing Program entered RegisteredNursing.org’s top 10 last year as the ninth-ranked program and was previously ranked 15th in 2018.

“The nursing faculty and staff at NWF State College are second to none,” said Dr. Devin Stephenson, president. “We strive to show that the best is our standard and this achievement demonstrates our commitment to continuous excellence.”

For more information about this designation or the nursing program at NWF State College, please contact Northwest Florida State College Nursing at 850-729-6400.

For a full list of rankings, visit RegisteredNursing.org.

Advertisement

Niceville.com Community Partner

Niceville.com

Share
Published by
Niceville.com

Recent Posts

Palmetto man allegedly hid income, evaded taxes for over a decade

PALMETTO, Fla. — A Florida man has been arrested and charged with evading tax payments…

1 day ago

SunPass scam texts hit drivers in Okaloosa, Walton counties

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. — Law enforcement agencies here and across Florida are warning drivers about…

2 days ago

Eglin AFB announces night flight operations March 10-12

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Residents near Eglin Air Force Base may hear increased…

2 days ago

Okaloosa STEMM Academy students showcase history at NHD event

VALPARAISO, Fla. — The Okaloosa STEMM Academy recently held a National History Day (NHD) Showcase,…

2 days ago

Niceville voters to decide on two charter amendments in March 11 election

NICEVILLE, Fla. — Residents of the City of Niceville will head to the polls on…

2 days ago

Destin man charged with aggravated battery, accused of using knife

DESTIN, Fla. — A Destin man has been charged with aggravated battery with a deadly…

2 days ago