NCLEX-RN Pass Rates
Program Outcome: The program’s first time NCLEX-RN pass rate will be at or above 80% for all first-time test takers for the period of October 1st-September 30th in accordance with the PA State Board of nursing reporting structure.
Class Year | Pass Rate
- 2022 - 2023: 89.19%
- 2021 - 2022: 82.54%
- 2020 - 2021: 73.68%
As reported by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing (annual report period October 1 to September 30)
Completion Rates
Program Outcome: The program’s completion rate calculated by on time graduation rates.
Class Year | Completion Rate
- 2023: 54.8%
- 2022: 56%
- 2021: 60.8%
Annual class year includes graduating classes from January 1 to December 31
Job Placement Rates
Program Outcome: Employment rates for graduates at 12 months post-graduation are at or above 80%
Class Year | Placement Rate
- 2023: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2021: 100%
Annual class year includes graduating classes from January 1 to December 31
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IPEDS Retention and Graduation Rates
Retention and Graduation Rates at UPMC Mercy School of Nursing
Additional Information
View nursing course descriptions. (PDF)
Student Learning Outcomes