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Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences is located in a small city, in Lancaster, PA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study nursing and emergency medicine.
The admissions department at Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences does not accept all those who apply. In 2007, 54% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 425 to 575 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 580 or higher on the math SAT.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences offers classes to 680 students (478 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences creates a dynamic learning environment that ensures an effective healthcare community by designing, developing and deploying curriculum; educating competent, caring and socially responsible individuals who contribute to the health of the community; and providing continuing learning opportunities for healthcare professionals."
More complete details are provided below.
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences
410 N Lime Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
General Phone: (717) 544-4912
http://www.LancasterGeneralCollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 79 | nuclear medical tech, radiation therapist, sonography and ultrasound tech, surgical tech, cardiovascular tech, medical lab tech |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 54 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 93 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 40 | 5 |
In 2007, Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences had a total enrollment of 680 students (478 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 14% |
| Women | 86% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 98% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 83 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lancaster, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 225 | 104 | 46% | 81 | 78% |
| Men | 22 | 17 | 77% | 11 | 65% |
| Women | 203 | 87 | 43% | 70 | 80% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 425 | 575 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 580 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 98% |
| 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 | $ 13,985 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,985 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,700 |
Financial Aid:
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 986300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 49 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $62,525 | 49 | $62,924 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $62,525 | 49 | $62,924 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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