Local University Ranked on Niche's 2020 Best Nursing Schools and Small Colleges in California

Irvine, CA, February 25, 2020 --(PR.com)-- Stanbridge University has been ranked third on Niche.com’s 2020 Best Colleges for Nursing in California list out of 37 other schools and made the top ten for the Best Small Colleges in California list.

According to Robert Rosseter, spokesman for the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, class size presents a challenge for nursing schools. Rosseter further stated that there isn’t enough available clinical space to train students.1

As the nursing shortage continues nationwide, nursing schools are searching for new ways to accommodate students. Stanbridge University seeks to meet this need with spacious skills labs and small, intimate class sizes, which allow for one-on-one training with dedicated faculty members.

Niche.com’s Best Colleges for Nursing ranking compares the top nursing schools in the state. These rankings are based on key statistics and data from the U.S. Department of Education as well as user-generated student reviews.

“My overall experience with Stanbridge University is excellent!” one five-star reviewer stated. “I fell in love with the school and their programs the second I toured the school. The staff is absolutely amazing and [they] really care about their students want to see them succeed.”

Stanbridge University graduates have performed at some of the highest levels in the state. Stanbridge University’s Associate of Science in Nursing (RN) degree program maintained a 100% pass rate in 2017/2018 according to the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). The Diploma in Vocational Nursing degree program achieved a 98.3% exam pass rate in 2018 according to the Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).

Niche combines rigorous analysis with authentic reviews to highlight the best schools, companies, and neighborhoods. Their goal is to help searchers find the best fit for their individual needs.

Stanbridge University is an award-winning private institution that offers degrees in nursing and allied health in Los Angeles and Orange County. To learn more about Stanbridge University, please visit www.stanbridge.edu.

1 Kavilanz, Parija. “Nursing schools are rejecting thousands of applicants – in the middle of a nursing shortage.” CNN Business. https://money.cnn.com/2018/04/30/news/economy/nursing-school-rejections/index.html (As viewed on October 7, 2019)