Student Outcomes

A Íø±¬ÃÅ Nursing education is grounded in leadership, professionalism, effective communication, and safe, competent, ethical care.

Nursing Outcomes

In 2022, 94% of Íø±¬ÃÅ’s BSN graduates have passed the , as first-time test takers, compared to a national pass-rate of 80%. (National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN))

Why Íø±¬ÃÅ?

While you’re crunching numbers and schedules, trying to choose a nursing program that will fit your life and goals, we’d love to share some of our best features with you:

  • Learning by Doing. We have 35 Clinical Partners in the Spokane area, and students gain 850 total clinical hours. The rotation of clinical placements includes pediatric, geriatric, surgical, psychiatric, maternal-child, and community health. 
  • Preparation. Of our 2019 baccalaureate graduates, 96% were employed within six months of graduation. 
  • The Jesuit Ethos.You'll experience the subtle, yet intentional infusion of the Jesuit mission of men and women for others. This humanistic approach creates a community that encourages an exchange of knowledge with and among the faculty, the students, and the communities in which you live and work to impact change.
  • Accreditation. Íø±¬ÃÅ is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Íø±¬ÃÅ University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). 

 

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Íø±¬ÃÅ undergraduate nursing program are able to assume a generalist nursing role, with their practice grounded in the principles and processes of:

  • Culture: Engage in culturally sensitive care practices to promote holistic, equitable health outcomes for all.
  • Commitment: Embody intellectual curiosity and professionalism to deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based care.
  • Compassion: Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and advocacy for self, colleagues, and clients.
  • Competence: Apply nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes to inform clinical judgement and deliver quality care.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with interprofessional teams through effective communication and servant leadership.
  • If you entered the program prior to fall 2025, the program outcomes are: effective communication; leadership; professionalism; and safe, competent, and ethical care.

At a Glance

95%

Undergraduates employed, pursuing higher education, or in service orgs. (2021-2023)

12:1

Student-to-faculty ratio

98%

Students earn scholarships and/or grants (2021-22)

94%

First-year student retention rate

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