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Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences is located in a small city, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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 medical assistant and technician.
The admissions department at Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences does not accept all those who apply. In 2005, 83% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 462 to 648 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 638 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 299 students (204 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences has a large share of part-time students.
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 healthcare practitioners; 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
Admissions Phone: (717) 544-4864
Financial Aid Phone: (717) 544-5901
http://www.LancasterGeneralCollege.org
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 83 | radiation therapist, nuclear medical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, surgical tech, cardiovascular tech, medical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 46 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 37 | 4 |
In 2005, Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences had a total enrollment of 299 students (204 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 17% |
| Women | 83% |
| Full-Time | 87% |
| Part-Time | 13% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 97% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lancaster, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 311 | 54 | 17% | 54 | 100% |
| Men | 63 | 9 | 14% | 9 | 100% |
| Women | 248 | 45 | 18% | 45 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 462 | 648 |
| SAT Math | 452 | 638 |
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 | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (717) 544-4864
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,995 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,995 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,530 |
Financial Aid:
Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 986300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (717) 544-5901
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $56,696 | 7 | $49,373 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $56,696 | 7 | $49,373 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
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
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lancaster General College Of Nursing & Health Sciences Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience 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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