Baguio City – May 15, 2025

The University of the Cordilleras (UC) College of Nursing proudly celebrates an outstanding achievement as its first-time takers recorded a 100% passing rate in the May 2025 Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination (PNLE). The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the official results on May 14, 2025, revealing UC’s exemplary performance, far surpassing the national passing rate of 64.39%.

The licensure examination was conducted on May 5 and 6, 2025, in multiple testing centers across the country, including Baguio, NCR, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Pampanga, and other regional locations.

UC also posted a strong overall passing rate of 82.35%, with its repeat takers achieving a 57.14% passing rate, which remains above the national average for retakers.

This achievement reflects the UC College of Nursing’s continued commitment to academic excellence, rigorous training, and student success. Since its establishment in 2003, the college has consistently produced competent and compassionate nursing professionals prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare industry.

The university commends the dedication and resilience of its nursing graduates, as well as the unwavering support and mentorship provided by its faculty and staff. The result affirms UC’s role as a leading institution in nursing education in the Cordilleras and beyond.

The entire UC community congratulates the College of Nursing Class of May 2025 for this remarkable success. Their accomplishment is a source of pride and inspiration, not only for the university but also for the region. As these new nurses move forward in their careers, they carry with them the UC brand of excellence, integrity, and service.