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What are some of the best colleges for nursing in Ohio?

I am a sophomore in high school and considering becoming a registered nurse as my future career. What are some good options for college to pursue this career?
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Suzanne’s Answer

Hi Gabriella,

This is Sue and I am a retired oncology nurse (35 years in practice). I think it is really helpful to understand that some nursing programs excel in teaching student nurses not only what they need to do in practice, but how to pass the state board exam (NCLEX: National Council Licensure Examination ).

I went to your state's state board website and found the information from 2019. These schools had a 100% pass rate:

-Baldwin Wallace University Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing - 18
-Firelands Regional Medical Center School of Nursing - 16 Malone University School of Nursing - 23
-Muskingum University Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program - 12
-Ohio University School of Nursing - Zanesville (BSN) - 32
-Xavier University Master of Science in Nursing: Direct Entry as a Second
Degree - 23

Here is the full analysis of Ohio's NCLEX pass rates: https://nursing.ohio.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2019-NCLEX-Pass-Rate-Report.pdf

You may be thinking it is best to get your RN degree from a local community college, take the state board, start working and then complete your bachelors? I would advise otherwise as it is a bit of a hurdle to go back to school once working. Additionally, your bachelor's degree will offer you better positions and ability to promote. By all means, take nursing school prerequisites at the community college, but a 4 year degree is highly desirable.

I encourage you to carefully review this document: https://nursing.ohio.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/2019-Summary-of-Annual-Reports.pdf

There are about 100 nursing programs in Ohio and they are extremely competitive. Colleges received about 14,000 applications and ultimately enrolled 5, 000 students. Start making yourself very competitive now by earning good grades in high school, taking AP courses, volunteering in the healthcare field, and applying to several of your top school choices in your senior year. I recommend you also speak to your high school counselor.

Let me know if you have any further questions. Don't be overwhelmed. You have insight, drive and you are starting early.

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Sue
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Barry Eugene’s Answer

There are many schools of nursing in the state of Ohio. You may want to consider costs in addition to NCLEX pass rates. The NCLEX is the licensing examination every nursing school graduate has to take after completing their nursing program. Some schools have higher pass rates than others. You can always ask your prospective nursing school about their NCLEX pass rates. If the scores are low and have been for a while, I would advise you to consider another program.

Some notable names that immediately come to mind are:
Case Western Reserve University
The Ohio State University
Ohio University

Also, think about what type of degree do you want? Do you want an Associates' Degree or a Bachelors's Degree in Nursing? I advise you to interview many schools before you decide. I would also caution you against some private schools as their tuition may be much higher and the NCLEX pass rate may lower than normal.
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