Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing is in Poughkeepsie, NY. Poughkeepsie is a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Certificate.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include nursing and emergency medicine.
Not all applicants to Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing are accepted.
Approximately 148 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Part-time study is common at Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing.
More complete details are provided below.
Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing
5 BOCES Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-6599
General Phone: (845) 486-8001
http://www.dcboces.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 132 | licensed practical nurse |
Number of programs and degrees for Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 132 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing had a total enrollment of 148 students (194 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 4% |
| Women | 28% |
| Full-Time | 49% |
| Part-Time | 51% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 37% |
| Black | 39% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 13% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 61% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Poughkeepsie, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 107 | 107 | 100% | 107 | 100% |
| Men | 4 | 4 | 100% | 4 | 100% |
| Women | 30 | 30 | 100% | 30 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2172800)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dutchess BOCES School Of Practical Nursing Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
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Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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