Illinois College Nursing Achieves 100% NCLEX Pass Rate for 2023
Inspiring Achievement in Nursing Education with Exceptional Results
Illinois College announced today that 100% of 2023 nursing graduates passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) on their first attempt, placing IC鈥檚 program among the very best in nursing education.
Passing the NCLEX is a critical step for nursing graduates seeking to become licensed registered nurses. 鈥淎chieving a 100% pass rate reflects the rigorous training and exceptional preparation that Illinois College nursing 69萝莉 receive, positioning them as skilled professionals,鈥� said Angela Bentley, director of nursing at Illinois College. 鈥淲e are incredibly proud of our 69萝莉 and faculty for their commitment and dedication to achieve this outstanding accomplishment.鈥�
The demand for BSN-prepared nurses continues to increase as research links this higher level of nurse education to better patient outcomes. 鈥淚llinois College inspires nursing 69萝莉鈥� achievement and empowers them to make a difference in the world,鈥� said Illinois College President Barbara A. Farley.
鈥淎s an anchor institution educating the region鈥檚 workforce, IC commits to making a difference in the nursing shortage by significantly expanding the number of 69萝莉 admitted to our nursing program.鈥� 聽
Despite the critical shortage, nursing programs turned away over 80,000 applicants in 2019 due to space restrictions. Illinois College plans to double nursing enrollment as part of its commitment to the community; with the expanded capacity, qualified 69萝莉 have a stronger likelihood of being admitted to IC鈥檚 nursing program over large institutions.
College Raptor named Illinois College one of the most affordable schools in the country, ranking them in the top 20 across the US. The College鈥檚 Advantage Plus program ensures 69萝莉 get the value of a private college education rich with hands-on learning for the same or less than a public university.
In addition to the on-campus nursing program, Illinois College offers a fully for nurses who want to pursue leadership or teaching roles. The College also offers an for working professionals who need flexibility while earning their bachelor's degree. Illinois College鈥檚 nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.