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Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences was established in 1912 as the Baptist Memorial Hospital. The College of Health Sciences was established in December of 1994. BMCHS is located in Memphis, Tennessee.
Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences offers majors in medical radiography, nursing, radiation therapy, health care management, nuclear medicine technology, diagnostic medical sonography, and respiratory care. Students are awarded Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees through the following academic divisions:
Clubs and organizations like the Nursing Honor Society, Alpha Eta Honor Society, Allied Health Student Association, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, and Student Government Association are available to students.
Baptist Memorial is in Memphis, TN. Memphis is a large city. The school is classified as a Baptist college. Baptist Memorial is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Baptist Memorial include nursing and emergency medicine.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. Just 46% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at Baptist Memorial.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.
Approximately 925 students study at Baptist Memorial (in 2007-2008). The school is a largely female school.
Part-time study is common at Baptist Memorial.
More complete details are provided below.
Baptist Memorial College Of Health Sciences
1003 Monroe Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
General Phone: (901) 572-2468
http://www.bchs.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 142 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 50 | radiographer, sonography and ultrasound tech, nuclear medical tech, respiratory care tech, radiation therapist |
| Medical Administration | 9 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Baptist Memorial in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 201 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Baptist Memorial had a total enrollment of 925 students (867 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 2% |
| Women | 98% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 32% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 25% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 84% |
| Mississippi | 12% |
| Louisiana | 2% |
| Arkansas | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
Baptist Memorial offers campus housing for 100 of its 867 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 354 | 162 | 46% | 45 | 28% |
| Men | 52 | 24 | 46% | 1 | 4% |
| Women | 302 | 138 | 46% | 44 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not 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 | $ 9,020 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,020 |
| Room and board | $ 4,056 |
| Room charge | $ 1,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,296 |
Financial Aid:
Baptist Memorial participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3440300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 44 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $84,295 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $73,330 | 28 | $73,345 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $63,038 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $72,462 | 36 | $73,110 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $52,782 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $44,214 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 6 | $50,628 | 8 | $52,216 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Baptist Memorial Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% |  |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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