RN to BSN Programs in Washington

Where possible, we include NCLEX pass rates data for each campus. The average pass rates are calculated using the last 3 years of data. The average scores are then used in our annual RN/PN rankings. You can read more about it here. You can also view this year's rankings for Washington here.

Updated: March 12, 2026
Olympic College

Olympic College

Bremerton, WA
Public
4-year

Accreditations

ACEN CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX-RN pass rate
90.4%
RN test takers per year
59
RN rank (2025)
#6
NCLEX-PN pass rate
97.4%
PN test takers (avg)
21
PN rank (2025)
#3
RN NCLEX Pass Rate Trend
PN NCLEX Pass Rate Trend

University of Washington

University of Washington offers RN to BSN programs at 3 campuses in Washington.

University of Washington-Bothell Campus

University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, WA
Public
4-year

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX data not available for this campus.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA
Public
4-year

Accreditations

ACME CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX-RN pass rate
90.1%
RN test takers per year
162
RN rank (2024)
#7
RN NCLEX Pass Rate Trend
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

Tacoma, WA
Public
4-year

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX data not available for this campus.
Saint Martin's University

Saint Martin's University

Lacey, WA
Private
4-year

Accreditations

CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX-RN pass rate
90.0%
RN test takers per year
10
RN NCLEX Pass Rate Trend
Seattle Pacific University

Seattle Pacific University

Seattle, WA
Private
4-year

Accreditations

CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX-RN pass rate
86.0%
RN test takers per year
79

The Seattle Pacific University offers a Bachelor of Science Degree program offers a four year curriculum which is a combination of theoretical in class instruction and practical clinical experience.   

Admission Requirements:

  • Formal application to the nursing program
  • Official transcripts for prerequisite courses taken with course descriptions attached for all courses taken at another institution (all perquisite courses need to be completed with a minimum of a ‘C’ grade with anything below a ‘C’ unacceptable
  • Professional Recommendations
  • Healthcare related work experience or volunteer experience
  • Proof of clear communication skills

The application process will be based on a combined evaluation of scores earned for prerequisite course work, excellent professional staff   experience in the healthcare setting. Applications will be processed online. All applicants will be informed about the status of their application by mail. Applications for enrollment are accepted through the 15th of January. 

Applicants are charged with the responsibility of ensuring that their application is complete.

For transfer students: If you are in the process of completing a BSN Degree or an ADN, you need to have completed all requirements for the program you are enrolled in before beginning in the nursing program.

Washington State University

Washington State University

Pullman, WA
Public
4-year

Accreditations

CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX data not available for this campus.
Western Washington University

Western Washington University

Bellingham, WA
Public
4-year

Accreditations

CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX data not available for this campus.
Whitworth University

Whitworth University

Spokane, WA
Private
4-year

Accreditations

CCNE Northwest Commission on Colleg...

Programs Offered

RN to BSN

NCLEX Stats

NCLEX data not available for this campus.