The W ranked No. 1 in nursing education in Mississippi
Mississippi University for Women has been recognized as the leading institution for nursing education in the state, earning the top ranking for its Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and RN to BSN programs, according to NursingProcess.org.
“Our strong, successful nursing programs not only equip students with critical skills and knowledge but also strengthen the state’s workforce by ensuring a steady pipeline of career-ready nursing professionals for Mississippi’s healthcare challenges. I am always excited to see organizations recognize our students, faculty and staff for their work in these programs,” said Dr. Brandy Larmon, dean of the Vandergriff College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Further solidifying its reputation, NursingProcess.org ranked The W’s ASN program as the No. 1 program in the Southeast Region, while the BSN and RN to BSN programs secured the No. 4 spots in their respective categories.
“For many years Mississippi University for Women has consistently ranked among the top public universities in the southeast region by U.S. News and World Report. The college believes that high-quality education need not be expensive and therefore has one of the most affordable tuition fees in the state…,”said NursingProcess.org when ranking the Best BSN Program in Every State- 2025.
Rankings were based on a variety of factors, including average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rates, academic quality, affordability and reputation.
The Vandergriff College of Nursing and Health Sciences has been named the best school in the state for nursing and ranked 39th nationally, according to Niche.com. In 2024, The W had the highest cumulative pass rate in the state with a score of 99.36, maintaining first place in the state for another year.
More than 98% of students who completed The W’s registered nursing programs in spring 2024 obtained licenses in Mississippi, and 83% of the graduates accepted a position within the state.
The Vandergriff College of Nursing and Health Sciences is home to more than 900 students and is composed of the Department of Associate of Science in Nursing, the Department of Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program, the Department of Graduate Nursing, the Department of Health and Kinesiology and the Department of Speech-Language Pathology.
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