MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College is proud to announce that all 17 graduates of its 2025 Nursing program have passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) on their first attempt, continuing a long-standing tradition at the college.
The NCLEX is a nationally standardized exam that determines whether a candidate is prepared for entry-level nursing practice. Passing the exam is required for licensure as a registered nurse.
This year’s perfect pass rate marks the eighth time in the past nine years that BBCC nursing graduates have achieved a 100% first-time pass rate, a testament to the program’s rigorous academic standards and commitment to student success.
According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, the national average of students who passed the exam this year (to date) on their first attempt is 87 percent.
“Our graduates have worked very hard to reach this goal, and we are so proud to see them contributing to the healthcare in our communities,” said BBCC Director of Allied Health Programs Katherine Christian.
The college’s nursing program continues to prepare students to meet the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals across the region. Graduates are now entering the workforce equipped with the knowledge, clinical experience, and compassion needed to make a meaningful impact in hospitals, clinics, and care facilities.
The Associate Degree in Nursing Program is approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing and the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and accredited by the ACEN: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Visit the Big Bend Nursing webpage for more information about the program.