ALLIANCE — The University of Mount Union’s School of Nursing is proud to announce that its Class of 2026 achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN).

This is the fourth time in a decade that Mount Union’s nurses have accomplished this remarkable goal. The University was also nearly 17 points above the average pass rate for the State of Ohio and nearly 14 points above the national average. Mount Union’s program average continues to hold at an impressive 92% since its inception.

Mount Union Nursing Class of 2026

“This achievement represents far more than an exam score—it reflects years of hard work, perseverance, and growth,” said Christine Keele, undergraduate nursing director and clinical assistant professor in Mount Union’s School of Nursing. “Watching our students develop into confident, compassionate nurses has been incredibly rewarding. We are proud of the Class of 2026 and grateful to our outstanding faculty whose mentorship and commitment to student success continue to make accomplishments like this possible.”

“Achieving a 100% NCLEX pass rate is an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects the dedication of our nursing students, the expertise of our faculty and the strength of Mount Union’s commitment to preparing graduates for lives of meaningful service,” said Dr. Keith Miller, dean of undergraduate studies at Mount Union. “We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026 and confident they will make a lasting impact in the communities they serve.”

NCLEX is an exam organized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing which is, “dedicated to developing psychometrically sound and legally defensible nurse licensure and certification examinations consistent with current practice.”

Mount Union offers several flexible options for students and professional nurses. Learn more about its accelerated second-degree program, fast track 36-month program, Master of Science in Nursing program, and its post-master’s FNP certificate by visiting mountunion.edu/school-of-nursing.