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Galen College of Nursing (formerly Galen Health Institutes) was established in 1990 by the Humana Health Institutes, Inc. Originally named Health Institute and Galen Health Institute, it became an independent organization in 1994. In 2005, the institute was renamed Galen College of Nursing. The main campus is situated in Louisville, Kentucky. Galen College of Nursing also operates branches in San Antonio, Texas; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Tampa Bay, Florida. Students are offered a variety of degree programs in the field of nursing.
Galen College of Nursing organizes different student activities like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light the Night Walk, and Relay for Life. Students also publish a newsletter called "The Pulse". Support services like academic advisement, personal counseling, and placement assistance are provided as well. Financial aid is offered through Federal Pell Grants, FSEOG Grants, Stafford Loans, Plus Loans, Veteran's Educational Benefits, Academic Competitiveness Grants, and SLM Career Training Loans.
Galen is found in Louisville, KY. Louisville is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Galen.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Galen is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 80% of those who apply who get accepted.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Students numbered 597 in 2007-2008 at Galen. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Galen attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To single-mindedly focus on providing a diverse student population of traditionally underserved but otherwise qualified individuals with pre-licensure nursing educational programs of unsurpassed quality and thus meet the needs of healthcare providers in communities across the United States."
More complete details are provided below.
Galen College Of Nursing Louisville
1031 Zorn Avenue , Suite 400
Louisville, KY 40207
General Phone: (502) 410-6200
http://www.galencollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 440 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Galen in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 262 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 178 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Galen had a total enrollment of 597 students (1,107 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 10% |
| Women | 90% |
| Full-Time | 66% |
| Part-Time | 34% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 20% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Louisville, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 171 | 136 | 80% | 134 | 99% |
| Men | 18 | 14 | 78% | 14 | 100% |
| Women | 153 | 122 | 80% | 120 | 98% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not 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 | required |
Financial Aid:
Galen participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3083700)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $47,667 | 41 | $53,644 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $47,667 | 41 | $53,644 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Galen 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% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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