(Brenau U. file photo)

(Brenau U. file photo)

Study: Brenau’s nursing school the state’s 2nd best

The Brenau University nursing school is second best in Georgia, according to a new study by allnurses.com. -second only to Emory U. and just ahead of Columbus U.

Here’s what allnurses.com said about Brenau.

“Brenau University focuses on intimate class sizes and comprehensive student support. With a predominantly female demographic (92%) and a higher average student age of 29, it caters wonderfully to second-career nurses and those seeking a supportive, community-driven academic environment.

  • BSN Program: Brenau University Nursing
  • Program Format: On-Campus & Hybrid
  • Tuition: ~$23,850 per year
  • Program Length: 24 months (Nursing core)
  • NCLEX Pass Rate: ~89%
  • Admission Rate: 87%
  • Graduation Rate: 40%
  • Accreditation: CCNE, ACEN

Core Strengths: Exceptional flexibility for adult learners, featuring excellent MSN and post-graduate certificate options for Family Nurse Practitioners.

What you need to know:

Break-Even Point: It takes roughly 6.5 months of gross RN salary to pay off one year of tuition, meaning your complete degree cost equals just under 7 months of future gross earnings.

Safety Advisory: The 40% overall university graduation rate requires focus and discipline. Ensure you utilize all campus tutoring and clinical simulation resources.

Tuition vs. Salary: The estimated total tuition of ~$47,700 for the nursing core is highly competitive.”

To read the report on all ten schools, click here:

Online & On-Campus Georgia Nursing Schools 2026