By Holly Magnani, Web and Media Relations Manager, Concordia College

Feb. 1, 2017:  Concordia College’s Division of Nursing proudly announces that the program ranks among the top five baccalaureate nursing programs in New York State for first-time pass rate on the test for the licensing of nurses. The test is known as the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).

Concordia’s first-time pass rate of 95% is significantly higher than the average pass rate of 83% for baccalaureate graduates in New York State and the national average of 85%. 

“We are so proud of our nursing graduates’ achievement on the NCLEX and welcome them to the nursing profession,” said Dr. Kathleen Flaherty, Concordia College dean of nursing. “This is a testament to our excellent students, faculty, staff, and Concordia community. We are so grateful to everyone that contributed to this success!”

Since the launch of the post-baccalaureate nursing degree program in 2008, Concordia has expanded its offerings to include a traditional undergraduate, and an RN-to-BS degree completion program.

“Our nurses do so much more than protect and promote health,” stated Concordia College president, Rev. John A. Nunes. “They bind up the broken-hearted and heal their wounds. We’re so proud of their outstanding NCLEX achievement and look forward to the BIG impact our nurses will make on all the lives they touch.”

Pictured here: Administration building at Concordia College.

Photo courtesy Holly Magnani, Web and Media Relations Manager, Concordia College