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Labouré College, also known as Caritas Labouré College, traces its roots to the Carney Hospital Training School for Nurses which was established in 1892. It merged with the St. John's School of Nursing, and the St. Margaret's School of Nursing in 1949 to create the Catherine Labouré School of Nursing. The institute was authorized to grant degrees in 1971, and its name was subsequently changed to Catherine Labouré Junior College. It became a part of Caritas Christi Health Care system in 1997, and was renamed Caritas Labouré College in 2005. The campus of this Roman Catholic institute is located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Labouré College grants the Associate of Science, and Bachelor of Science degrees in nursing, electroneurodiagnostic technology, health information technology, nutrition and food management/ dietetic technology, and radiation therapy. A number of certificate courses are also available.
The student body of Labouré College has a 10 percent representation from foreign countries. The college provides extensive financial assistance to students in the form of Federal grants, State grants, subsidized student loans, parent loans, and work study programs. In addition, deserving candidates are awarded the LPN Scholarship, the Catholic High School Scholarship, Alumni Tuition Benefits, and the Labouré College Scholarship.
Laboure is in Boston, MA. Boston is a large city. The school is classified as a Roman Catholic college. Laboure is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Laboure include nursing and emergency medicine.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. Just 62% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at Laboure.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.
Approximately 548 students study at Laboure (in 2007-2008). Many of the students at the school are in their forties, or even older. Laboure is a largely female school.
Part-time study is common at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Laboure College
2120 Dorchester Ave
Boston, MA 02124-5698
General Phone: (617) 296-8300
http://www.laboure.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 96 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 10 | radiation therapist, electroencephalographic tech |
| Medical Administration | 8 | medical records tech |
| Family and Social Work | 0 | human nutrition |
Number of programs and degrees for Laboure in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 103 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 9 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 2 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Laboure had a total enrollment of 548 students (330 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 7% |
| Women | 93% |
| Full-Time | 36% |
| Part-Time | 64% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 27% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Boston, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 111 | 69 | 62% | 28 | 41% |
| Men | 9 | 6 | 67% | 2 | 33% |
| Women | 102 | 63 | 62% | 26 | 41% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| 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 | $ 22,998 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,998 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Laboure participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 632400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 28 |
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 | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $51,926 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $56,977 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 21 | $55,127 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $51,083 | 28 | $54,853 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Nutrition
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Tech/Tech
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Laboure Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Offers distance learning 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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