MCC nursing program posts 92 percent pass rate on RN exam, surpassing state and national averages
Meridian Community College’s Associate Degree Nursing Program continues to set the standard for excellence in Mississippi.
According to the Mississippi Board of Nursing’s 2025 RN Cumulative Report, MCC recorded a 92 percent first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. The report reflects January-December 2025 testing data from the state’s 28 colleges and universities that offer nursing programs.
The statewide first-time pass rate was 89 percent, and the national first-time pass rate was 86.7 percent.
MCC’s results stand out not only for their percentage, but also for their scale. A total of 108 graduates took the exam for the first time. Even with more than 100 candidates, the program maintained a 92 percent pass rate, indicating the program's consistent preparation and instruction.
“With more than 100 graduates sitting for the exam, MCC continues to deliver consistent, high-level outcomes,” said Dr. Lara Collum, MCC associate vice president for nursing and healthcare education. “Our goal is to prepare graduates to pass the licensure exam and be prepared for entry-level nursing practice.”
Graduates who repeated the exam achieved a 100 percent pass rate.
MCC’s 73-credit-hour Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares students for entry-level registered nursing positions. The program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree and eligibility to apply for the NCLEX-RN.
Students build foundational skills through classroom instruction and hands-on lab training before transitioning into direct patient care in hospitals and other clinical settings. To accommodate a range of schedules, MCC offers day, evening, and hybrid course options.
More information about MCC’s nursing programs and admission requirements is available at meridiancc.edu/nursing.