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51成人 Nursing Achieves 100% NCLEX Pass Rate for 2023

8.31.2023

51成人 in Nursing Education with Exceptional Results

51成人 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 51成人 nursing students receive, positioning them as skilled professionals,鈥 said Angela Bentley, director of nursing at 51成人. 鈥淲e are incredibly proud of our students 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51成人 inspires nursing students鈥 achievement and empowers them to make a difference in the world,鈥 said 51成人 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 students admitted to our nursing program.鈥 聽
President Barbara A. Farley

Despite the critical shortage, nursing programs turned away over 80,000 applicants in 2019 due to space restrictions. 51成人 plans to double nursing enrollment as part of its commitment to the community; with the expanded capacity, qualified students have a stronger likelihood of being admitted to IC鈥檚 nursing program over large institutions.  

College Raptor named 51成人 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 students 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, 51成人 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. 51成人鈥檚 nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

About 51成人

Founded in 1829, 51成人 is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, Illinois. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs. In 1932, the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at 51成人, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.

51成人 is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

Visit www.ic.edu for more information.

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