Baton Rouge General is found in Baton Rouge, LA. Baton Rouge is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Baton Rouge General.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission to Baton Rouge General is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 33% of those who apply who get accepted.
Students numbered 68 in 2007-2008 at Baton Rouge General. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the school of nursing is to prepare registered nurses for entry-level practice. The nursing program will prepare the graduate to practice nursing safely and effectively as a novice in a generalist setting. The graduate nurse accepts responsibility for continuing the process of personal and professional growth in the advancement from novice to expert. Faculty members expect the graduate to serve as a positive role model in the practice setting by promoting principles of heathful living and participating in the process of bring healing to the sick. The program provides graduates with a foundation to accept responsibility to develop and maintain their expertise in practice and accountability to the public."
More complete details are provided below.
Baton Rouge General Medical Center School Of Nursing
3616 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
General Phone: (225) 387-7623
http://www.brgeneral.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 36 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Baton Rouge General in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 36 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Baton Rouge General had a total enrollment of 68 students (78 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 4% |
| Women | 96% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 50% |
| 30-34 | 28% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 95 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Baton Rouge, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 149 | 49 | 33% | 49 | 100% |
| Men | 13 | 2 | 15% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 136 | 47 | 35% | 47 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Baton Rouge General participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2335701)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Baton Rouge General Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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