Bluefield State University is committed to transparency and continuous improvement in student learning and success. In accordance with federal regulations and accreditation expectations, the University publicly reports key student achievement outcomes, including licensure pass rates, program completion rates, and employment outcomes across academic programs.
Nursing (Associate Degree & LPN–RN Programs)
Student achievement in nursing reflects strong licensure success and workforce placement:
- NCLEX-RN First-Time Pass Rate (Class of 2025): 73.13%
- Overall NCLEX-RN Pass Rate (including repeat testers): 95.52%
- Program Completion Rates:
- Associate Degree Nursing: 69.23% – 77.14% (on-time)
- Accelerated LPN–RN: 85.71% – 100%
- Employment Rate: 100% of graduates employed as Registered Nurses within one year
These outcomes meet or exceed expectations for workforce readiness and demonstrate strong program effectiveness.
Radiologic Technology (A.A.S. Degree)
Program effectiveness data indicate consistently high student success aligned with national benchmarks:
- Credentialing Examination (ARRT) 5-Year Average Pass Rate: 93.1%
(Benchmark: 75%) - Job Placement Rate (5-Year Average): 100%
(Benchmark: 75%) - Annual Program Completion Rate (2024): 93.8%
These results demonstrate sustained excellence in both licensure attainment and employment outcomes.
Teacher Education Programs
Program Completion & Licensure
- Program Completion Rate (2023–2024): 100%
- Licensure Pass Rate (2023–2024): 76.19%
- Multi-year trends show consistently high completion rates (near or at 100%), with licensure rates varying by cohort size and testing conditions.
Small cohort sizes and pandemic-related testing disruptions are noted factors influencing variability in licensure rates.
State Licensure Examination (Praxis)
Across 2021–2025 cycles:
- Overall pass rates in core content areas remain strong, including:
- Reading (Multiple Subjects): 89% aggregate pass rate
- Mathematics (Multiple Subjects): 97%
- Science (Multiple Subjects): 86%
- Social Studies (Multiple Subjects): 90%
- Some variability exists in specialized subtests (e.g., CKT exams), which have been identified for targeted academic support and are being phased out at the state level.
These outcomes align with professional standards (InTASC) and demonstrate competency in the required content areas.
Graduate Employment Outcomes
Teacher education graduates demonstrate strong employment placement:
- 2023–2024 Completers:
- 93.3% employed in education positions within one year
- 86.7% employed directly in their field of preparation
- Historical trends indicate:
- Up to 100% employment rates in prior cohorts
- Consistent placement in regional school systems and related professions
Graduates secure positions across West Virginia and surrounding regions, supporting workforce needs in education.
Institutional Commitment to Student Success
Across programs, Bluefield State University demonstrates:
- High licensure and certification success rates
- Strong program completion outcomes
- Consistently high employment placement rates
- Ongoing data-informed improvements in areas of identified variability
Student achievement data are reviewed regularly to ensure program quality, support student learning, and maintain alignment with accreditation standards and workforce expectations.
Public Disclosure Statement
In compliance with federal regulations and accreditation requirements, Bluefield State University publishes student achievement data annually. Data are based on the most recent reporting cycles available and may reflect small cohort sizes in certain programs. Where appropriate, multi-year averages and contextual factors are included to ensure accurate interpretation.
IPEDS Data
Bluefield State University is committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in student success. The data below reflect key indicators of student achievement as reported through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and institutional effectiveness processes.
This disclosure is provided in accordance with federal regulations requiring institutions participating in Title IV programs to make student achievement data publicly available. Bluefield State University affirms its commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in student outcomes.