Bon Secours is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Richmond, VA. The school is officially a Roman Catholic school. Bon Secours is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Associate's degree.
Bon Secours tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at the school often study nursing and emergency medicine.
The admissions department at Bon Secours does not accept all those who apply. In 2007-2008, 95% of applicants were rejected at the school.
Bon Secours offers classes to 394 students (351 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing is to provide a quality program of nursing education designed to prepare reflective, caring, entry level practitioners and to assist in establishing a foundation for life-long learning."
More complete details are provided below.
Bon Secours Memorial School Of Nursing
8550 Magellan Pkwy #1100
Richmond, VA 23227-1149
General Phone: (804) 627-5300
http://www.bonsecours.com/bsmson/index.asp
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 136 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Bon Secours in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 136 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Bon Secours had a total enrollment of 394 students (351 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Richmond, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 20 | 1 | 5% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 19 | 1 | 5% | 1 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,397 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,397 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,363 |
Financial Aid:
Bon Secours participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1004300)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bon Secours 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% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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