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All out-of-state (OOS) clinical placements approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) are authorized for Washington State residents only. This decision reflects the limited availability of clinical placement opportunities and the Board’s commitment to prioritize resources for students who will contribute to the state’s nursing workforce.
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Washington State Prelicensure Nursing Education Program Pass Rates
Pass rates are based on the percentage of first-time test-takers who pass the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX).
Nursing education programs are required to have an 80 percent pass rate for first-time test takers.