SALISBURY -- Catawba College's Nursing Program has been named the top nursing school in North Carolina by RegisteredNursing.org, recognizing its strong NCLEX pass rates, hands-on learning, and commitment to preparing students to serve confidently in the nursing profession.
Catawba's BSN Pre-Licensure Nursing program offers nursing education with outstanding NCLEX performance, consistently achieving 100-percent pass rates from 2022 to 2024. The program provides comprehensive training emphasizing holistic patient care and professional development. Applicants must maintain a 3.0 GPA for admission and can expect rigorous coursework blending liberal studies with evidence-based nursing practices.
The program's CCNE accreditation ensures high-quality education, while strategic clinical partnerships with leading healthcare organizations provide students with extensive hands-on experiences. Military-friendly and focused on preparing nurses for diverse healthcare environments, students receive robust training in leadership, quality improvement, and patient-centered care strategies.
The rankings, which evaluate schools based on student performance on the NCLEX-RN exam and other factors, recognize Catawba's consistent record of preparing students to excel in the nursing profession. RegisteredNursing.org notes that strong NCLEX pass rates demonstrate not only the quality of instruction but also the readiness of graduates to enter the nursing workforce with confidence.