If you are planning for your NCLEX — National Council Licensure Examination — you are likely nearing the end of your nursing school journey and will soon complete the process of becoming a registered ...

“Both as a nurse, but also as a potential patient, I want nurses to be highly qualified,” said Linda Aiken, PhD, RN. “I don’t think anybody in the public is interested in lowering standards for nurses ...

Passing the NCLEX isn’t about studying harder — it’s about studying smarter. From mastering the Next Generation NCLEX format to tailoring a study plan to your weaknesses, the right approach can make ...

When the April 1, 2026 NCLEX test plan went live, it came with reassurance: the exam’s structure, passing standard, and NGN format remain the same — but subtle refinements matter. The NCSBN approved ...

In 2024, 73.26% of registered nurses who took the National Council Licensure Examination passed the test — a slight increase from 2023’s average of 69.66%. Nearly 42,000 fewer RNs took the NCLEX in ...

Garrett Andrews is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Political Science at Portland Community College where he teaches State and Local Government. Brenna Swanston is an education-focused ...

AIKEN — USC Aiken’s Nursing Program is celebrating a 100% NCLEX pass rate in the first quarter of 2026, representing the December 2025 graduating class. Famously challenging yet crucial for ...

For the first time since the National Council Licensure Examination was revised in 2023, the annual pass rate has decreased, according to new data from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) exam is used by all state boards of nursing across the United States to assess a graduate’s competency and are required for licensure. In ...