RUTHERFORD, NJ – Felician University’s School of Nursing remains dedicated to preparing highly-skilled, compassionate, and workforce-ready nursing professionals. Reflecting this commitment, Felician’s nursing students achieved an impressive 98.6% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam (National Council Licensure Examination) in the third quarter. This was accomplished by 155 Felician nursing students in the BSN (Bachelor of Science Nursing) and ABSN (Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing) programs.

Year-to-date, Felician nursing students (combined BSN and ABSN) have passed at a 97.4% rate, well above the national (86.8%) and state (87.3%) averages during this same period.* Of note, 100% of Felician traditional BSN students have passed the exam in 2026. This accomplishment highlights the strength of the School’s rigorous, comprehensive curriculum and the dedication of its faculty across both baccalaureate and master’s degree programs.

Dr. Patricia Munno, Interim Dean of the School of Nursing, stated, “I am incredibly proud of our students and the faculty and staff who support them every step of the way. These outstanding NCLEX results reflect our students’ hard work and the dedication and expertise of our nursing faculty. Preparing knowledgeable, compassionate nurses is at the heart of everything we do.”

The NCLEX-RN assesses the knowledge, skills, and clinical judgment needed to practice safely as an entry-level registered nurse. Graduates’ success on this examination is an important indicator of a nursing program’s effectiveness in preparing students for professional practice.

Felician University’s School of Nursing continues to prepare nurses who bring clinical excellence, compassion, and leadership to healthcare. Through rigorous coursework, hands-on learning, and strong clinical partnerships, students develop the confidence and judgment needed to care for patients, families, and communities. The school’s continued growth reflects its commitment to expanding access to nursing education while maintaining high expectations for student success.

For more information about Felician University’s School of Nursing, visit felician.edu or contact Dr. Patricia Munno, Interim Dean of the School of Nursing at MunnoP@felician.edu.

*Statistics from NCSBN (National Council of State Boards of Nursing).

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About Felician University

Felician University is committed to supporting academic success at any stage of life. With over 3,000 undergraduate, graduate, and adult education students enrolled across the schools of Arts & Sciences, Business & Information Sciences, Nursing, and Education, Felician provides diverse learning experiences that equip all students with the skills to meet the demands of today’s society. Felician University was recognized in Newsweek’s America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026, earning distinction as the No. 1 college for women in New Jersey. Additionally, Felician has been named a best value school by payscale.com and Money magazine, and as one of the best college locations in NJ (#4) by niche.com. Our Master of Science in Nursing program is ranked one of the best online graduate nursing programs in the nation by U.S. News and the Princeton Review. We are proud to be designated as a Military Friendly School (Gold Status) for the fifteenth year, a testament to our dedicated support of Veteran students. Our diversity as an HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution) and MSI (Minority Serving Institution), with underrepresented students comprising more than half of the student population, reflects our inclusive and supportive environment and earned us a spot on Washington Monthly’s Top 100 HSI list. With campuses in Rutherford and Lodi, New Jersey, our Franciscan values of respect for human dignity, compassion, transformation, solidarity with people in need, justice and peace are woven into the very foundation and development of tomorrow’s leaders. Felician University is sponsored by Felician Sisters International. For more information, please visit https://felician.edu/