The main campus of Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing is in Medford, MA (a large suburb). The school is a Roman Catholic institution. Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing tends to concentrate its instruction in a few key disciplines. The school students most commonly major in a field related to nursing and emergency medicine.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 12% of people who applied to the school were accepted. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 450 to 550. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 490 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. Salaries for full-time faculty at Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, the school had 338 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing.
Many students are part-timers. Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing makes available a lot of student housing.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"THE ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE PROGRAM PROVIDES THE FOUNDATION COURSES FOR INDIVIDUALS TO PURSUE AN ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING. IT PREPARES A BEGINNING GENERALIST PRACTITIONER WHO WILL ASSUME THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PROFESSIONAL NURSE WITH COMMENSURATE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDES IN A STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT IN A VARIETY OF PRIMARY, SECONDARY AND TERTIARY SETTINGS.THE GRADUATE IS PREPARED AS A PROVIDER OF CARE, TEACHER, LEADER AND MANAGER FOR CLIENTS WHO HAVE COMMON, WELL- DEFINED HEALTH PROBLEMS. AS AN ADVOCATE, THE GRADUATE COLLABORATES WITH OTHER MEMBERS OF THE HEALTH CARE TEAM IN DESIGNING COMPREHENSIVE CARE FOR THE CLIENT AND FAMILY UTILIZING ESTABLISHED RESEARCH AND VALUING ITS INFLUENCE ON PRACTICE."
More complete details are provided below.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing
170 Governors Ave
Medford, MA 02155
General Phone: (781) 306-6600
http://www.lmregisnurse.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 124 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 15 | radiographer |
Number of programs and degrees for Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 139 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing had a total enrollment of 338 students (271 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 0% |
| Part-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 27% |
| 30-34 | 20% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Medford, 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 | 17 | 2 | 12% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 15 | 2 | 13% | 2 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 490 | 540 |
| SAT Writing | 540 | 550 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 633100)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 22 | $75,000 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 6 | $75,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 28 | $75,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lawrence Memorial Hospital School Of Nursing Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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