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Grade A Nurses: Georgia Gwinnett College Ranks Among Top NCLEX Performers in Georgia and Nation
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) continues to lead the way in preparing the next generation of skilled, compassionate nurses. GGC’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has once again proven itself among the best in the state – and the nation – with an impressive 95.05% four-year average pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for first-time test takers.
That performance far exceeds both the national average of 87.63% and the Georgia state average of 87.66%, according to the latest data from the Georgia Board of Nursing. In 2024 alone, GGC achieved a 100% first-time pass rate – solidifying its place as a top-tier nursing education provider.
“This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication, perseverance and excellence of our students,” said Dr. Paula Gordon, interim dean of the School of Health Sciences and associate professor of nursing. “Our graduates rise to the challenge, mastering the complex knowledge and hands-on skills that define exceptional nursing care.”
Gordon also credits GGC’s faculty for the program’s continued success.
“Our faculty are not just educators – they are experienced practitioners who bring real-world knowledge into every lecture and lab. Their passion for the profession and student-centered teaching is what truly sets our program apart,” she said.
At GGC, nursing students don’t just study theory – they live it. From mastering foundational clinical skills to training in advanced simulation labs, students engage in immersive, hands-on experiences that prepare them for every facet of modern nursing in real-world settings.
And the results speak for themselves: 100% job placement for GGC nursing graduates.
“We’ve built a tradition of excellence in our nursing program,” said Gordon. “We’ve recently expanded our enrollment by 40% to help meet the demand for more BSN-level nurses in the workforce.”
Graduates of GGC’s BSN program enter the workforce ready to make an immediate impact – equipped with the clinical expertise, critical thinking and compassionate care patients need.