Niche has recognized West Coast University on several of its 2026 Best Colleges for Nursing lists at the local, statewide, and nationwide level, earning multiple No. 1 rankings. The campuses that were ranked included WCU’s Richardson, Texas and Miami, Florida campuses.
- WCU-Texas
- Best Colleges for Nursing in America (#1 of 780)
- Best Colleges for Nursing in Texas (#1 of 44)
- Best Value Colleges in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area (#1 of 13)
- WCU-Miami
- Best Colleges for Nursing in America (#4 of 780)
- Best Colleges for Nursing in Florida (#1 of 43)
Designed to compare top nursing schools throughout the U.S., Niche’s rankings are based on rigorous analysis of school data from reputable sources, as well as student reviews from Niche.com.
How Are the Rankings Calculated?
Here are a few things to know about how the Best Colleges for Nursing rankings are determined, according to Niche’s methodology:
Data is collected and vetted: Niche gathers key statistics from a variety of sources such as the U.S. Department of Education and National Science Foundation. After that, rigorous checks are conducted to ensure that the data is accurate. Data is checked for outliers or inaccurate values and adjusted as needed.
Student feedback is considered: Niche incorporates feedback from its database of nearly 5,000 reviews from college students asking about everything from instructors to campus safety to student morale and more.
Ranking factors are selected and weighted: Niche selects ranking factors that help strike the right balance between statistical rigor and practical relevance. Niche then creates a standardized score (a “z-score”) for each factor at each college, which allows for measurement against the average and easier comparison between colleges. Each factor is weighted based on Niche’s research, and a final score is calculated.
Eligible colleges receive a ranking: Colleges that are missing key data needed for ranking or that do not meet other criteria are either excluded from ranking and grading, or they’re only graded and not ranked. Those that have data for all the necessary ranking factors and also have at least 500 full-time undergraduate students qualify for both a grade and numerical ranking.
West Coast University Has “A” Grades and High Star Ratings
West Coast University’s Richardson, Texas campus and Miami, Florida campuses have the following grades and star ratings on Niche.com:
- WCU-Texas:
- Overall grade: A
- Star rating: 4.0 stars (out of 5)
- WCU-Miami
- Overall grade: A
- Star rating: 4.7 stars (out of 5)
Students who reviewed these campuses on Niche shared positive experiences concerning staff professionalism and helpfulness, class sizes, student resources, the organization and quality of the academic programs, and more.
‘Not just a number to them’
One reviewer of the WCU-Miami campus wrote: “West Coast is an amazing school and I discovered that in a matter of a couple days by visiting and researching the campus. The nursing mentors/professors are all well educated and willing to help with anything you need. They really care for all students at West Coast your not just a number to them. They all turn into family.”
‘The hands-on experience in the simulation labs really helps’
Concerning the Richardson campus, another reviewer wrote, “My time at WCU-Texas has been challenging but rewarding. The faculty is very supportive, and they genuinely care about student success. The nursing program is fast-paced, but the hands-on experience in the simulation labs really helps. If you stay organized and dedicated, you’ll succeed. WCU is a great option if you’re looking for an accelerated program.”
Through the Eyes of a WCU BSN Program Graduate
To learn more about what it’s like to be a nursing student at West Coast University and the types of opportunities that can follow, explore the story of BSN program graduate Jordyn S. She says she doesn’t regret the decision she made one day to pack up her car and move to Miami to become a nursing student at WCU.
“Moving here meant starting from scratch,” Jordyn said. “But WCU made it feel like I belonged. I felt supported, seen, and pushed to become the best version of myself.” Read Jordyn’s story.
Learn more about WCU’s nursing programs and request more information today.
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