Skip to main content
Unique Scholars Institute
Unique ScholarsThe Unique Scholars Institute

Institution Directory

64 Texas Institutions, One Directory

Every record below carries real planning data — admissions ranges, costs, and program outcomes — with a per-record data source and verification date. Filter by pathway, search by name, city, or program, and sort by what matters most to your plan.

32 Universities8 Community Colleges14 Nursing Schools10 Trade Schools

Showing 14 of 64 Texas institutions

Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing

Dallas, TX · Nursing School · Private

30% accept

Premier private nursing school located in the Baylor Scott & White Health complex in Dallas. Known for clinical excellence and faith-based education.

Avg GPA
3.60
SAT Range
1150–1390
ACT Range
25–31
Cost (In-State)
$45,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$25,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
96.1%
Clinical Hours
900
Students
400
Website

Prairie View A&M University College of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

50% accept

HBCU nursing program in the Texas Medical Center area. Focused on increasing diversity in the nursing workforce.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
830–1080
ACT Range
15–22
Cost (In-State)
$11,364/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
82.5%
Clinical Hours
700
Students
300
Website

Sam Houston State University School of Nursing

Huntsville, TX · Nursing School · Public

40% accept

Growing nursing program in Southeast Texas with strong community health focus and affordable tuition.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
960–1190
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$10,422/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
88.5%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
350
Website

TCU Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Fort Worth, TX · Nursing School · Private

25% accept

Private nursing school offering personalized education with excellent clinical partnerships across the DFW area.

Avg GPA
3.55
SAT Range
1150–1370
ACT Range
25–31
Cost (In-State)
$45,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$22,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
95%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
350
Website

Texas A&M College of Nursing

College Station, TX · Nursing School · Public

25% accept

Growing nursing college within one of the nation's largest universities. Offers BSN, MSN, and DNP with rural and military health focus areas.

Avg GPA
3.60
SAT Range
1100–1380
ACT Range
24–31
Cost (In-State)
$11,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
93.8%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
600
Website

Texas State University St. David's School of Nursing

Round Rock, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

Nursing school affiliated with St. David's HealthCare, located at the Round Rock campus between Austin and Georgetown.

Avg GPA
3.30
SAT Range
1000–1210
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$11,792/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
90.8%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
450
Website

Texas Tech University HSC School of Nursing

Lubbock, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

Multi-campus nursing school serving West Texas and beyond. Strong focus on rural and underserved community health.

Avg GPA
3.40
SAT Range
1000–1280
ACT Range
20–28
Cost (In-State)
$10,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
91.3%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
550
Website

Texas Woman's University College of Nursing

Denton, TX (+ Dallas, Houston) · Nursing School · Public

40% accept

Largest nursing program in Texas with three campus locations. Comprehensive programs from BSN to PhD with strong online options.

Avg GPA
3.30
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
17–25
Cost (In-State)
$9,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
89.5%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
2,500
Website

University of Houston College of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

30% accept

Growing nursing college in Houston with strong community health focus and Texas Medical Center partnerships.

Avg GPA
3.40
SAT Range
1050–1300
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$12,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
91%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
500
Website

UT Arlington College of Nursing & Health Innovation

Arlington, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

One of the largest nursing programs in the nation. Known for top-ranked online nursing programs and producing more BSN graduates than any school in Texas.

Avg GPA
3.35
SAT Range
970–1220
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$10,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,800/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
88.9%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
3,000
Website

UT Austin School of Nursing

Austin, TX · Nursing School · Public

18% accept

Top-ranked nursing school offering BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. Known for research excellence and clinical partnerships across Central Texas.

Avg GPA
3.75
SAT Range
1200–1470
ACT Range
26–33
Cost (In-State)
$12,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
95.2%
Clinical Hours
900
Students
700
Website

UT Health Houston - Cizik School of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

20% accept

Part of the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex. Offers comprehensive nursing programs with unparalleled clinical exposure.

Avg GPA
3.65
SAT Range
1100–1380
ACT Range
24–31
Cost (In-State)
$14,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
94.5%
Clinical Hours
1000
Students
850
Website

UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing

San Antonio, TX · Nursing School · Public

28% accept

Part of the South Texas Medical Center. Strong programs in community health, family nursing, and research.

Avg GPA
3.50
SAT Range
1050–1330
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$13,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
92.7%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
500
Website

UT Tyler School of Nursing

Tyler, TX · Nursing School · Public

45% accept

Affordable nursing school in East Texas with strong online programs and clinical partnerships across the region.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$9,500/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
90.2%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
400
Website

Figures shown (GPA, SAT/ACT ranges, costs, acceptance rates, NCLEX pass rates, and placement rates) are estimates from the sources listed on each record and change annually. They are provided for planning only — always verify current requirements, costs, and deadlines directly with each institution.

Not sure which pathway fits?

Complete the assessment and your AI roadmap will recommend institutions and milestones matched to your goals.

Continue Your USI Journey

The Beyond Breakfast Foundation

College readiness pairs naturally with mentorship — Beyond Breakfast builds character, leadership, and community alongside your postsecondary plan.

Explore Beyond Breakfast

Explore Your USI Journey