Henderson, Tennessee — The latest cohort of Freed-Hardeman University nursing graduates from the Henderson campus continued the impressive trend of earning 100% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN examination, marking the seventh consecutive year for this achievement. NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination-RN) is the nationally required licensure exam for registered nurses and serves as the primary benchmark of nursing program effectiveness.
“This achievement speaks volumes about the caliber of our students and the unwavering commitment of our faculty,” said Chris White, Department Chair of Nursing. “Sustaining perfect first-time licensure outcomes over seven consecutive years reflects intentional curriculum design, strong clinical partnerships and a shared culture of excellence.”
Across the United States, nursing programs — including faith-based and Christian universities — periodically report individual graduating cohorts with 100% first-time NCLEX pass rates. When FHU had nursing cohorts in Dickson and Henderson, from 2020 through 2025, the average aggregate first-time pass rate of all students was 93%. Each graduating cohort from the Henderson campus has achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN since 2019.
Freed-Hardeman President David R. Shannon praised the accomplishment, emphasizing its significance for the university’s mission. “This level of sustained success is extraordinary,” Shannon said. “Based on publicly available data and institutional reporting, we are not aware of another nursing program in the country that has publicly documented seven consecutive years of 100% first-time NCLEX success for a campus-based cohort. This achievement reflects Freed-Hardeman’s commitment to academic excellence, faith-centered education and preparing graduates to serve with competence and integrity.”
The nursing program at Freed-Hardeman University is accredited by Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and distinguished by its rigorous academics, extensive clinical preparation and Christ-centered approach to healthcare education. Graduates are prepared not only to pass the licensure exam but also to serve patients and communities with skill, compassion and integrity. Individuals can learn more about Freed-Hardeman University’s nursing program at fhu.edu/nursing.
The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. Located in Henderson, Tennessee, FHU offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.
