The Barnes Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing is located in Saint Louis, MO and is one of the leading nursing institutions in the region. The current institution is a synthesis of the Jewish Hospital School of Nursing that was established in 1902 and the Barnes School of Nursing founded in 1955. Later the college became the Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College after the institute’s benefactor, Alvin Goldfarb.
The nursing programs are partnered with Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital. The degree offerings include Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs and the dual degree Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. The school also provides for institutional and external scholarships for students. Student organizations include the Honor Society of Nursing and Sigma Theta Tau International.
Barnes Jewish College is found in Saint Louis, MO. Saint Louis is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Post-Master's certificate at Barnes Jewish College.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission to Barnes Jewish College is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
Students numbered 632 in 2007-2008 at the school. A very high share of students at Barnes Jewish College are female.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Barnes Jewish College Goldfarb School Of Nursing
4483 Duncan Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110
General Phone: (314) 454-7055
http://www.barnesjewishcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 312 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 5 | health service and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Barnes Jewish College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 156 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 133 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 18 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 10 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Barnes Jewish College had a total enrollment of 632 students (763 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 14% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 27% |
| 35-39 | 18% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Louis, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Barnes Jewish College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 638900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $75,154 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $59,486 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 14 | $74,961 |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 7 | $56,052 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 8 | $57,908 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Barnes Jewish College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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