The campus of Baptist Health is in Little Rock, AR, which is a medium-sized city. Its Baptist nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Baptist Health is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
Baptist Health is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into Baptist Health is challenging; it only admitted 38% of those who applied in 2007-2008.
In 2007-2008, the school had 884 students enrolled (1,190 full-time equivalent).
A lot of students at Baptist Health attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
11900 Col Glenn Rd Ste 1000
Little Rock, AR 72210-2820
General Phone: (501) 202-6200
http://www.baptisthealthschools.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 387 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Support and Technology | 43 | surgical tech, radiation therapist, medical lab tech, nuclear medical tech, histotechnologist |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 14 | occupational therapist assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Baptist Health in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 303 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 141 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Baptist Health had a total enrollment of 884 students (1,190 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 14% |
| Women | 86% |
| Full-Time | 70% |
| Part-Time | 30% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 27% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 24 % |
| Part-Time | 12 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Little Rock, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 189 | 71 | 38% | 70 | 99% |
| Men | 34 | 10 | 29% | 10 | 100% |
| Women | 155 | 61 | 39% | 60 | 98% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,735 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,735 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,630 |
Financial Aid:
Baptist Health participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3105200)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Baptist Health Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation
Career counseling
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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