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Mercy College of Health Sciences or MCHS is a private, co-educational institute in Des Moines, Iowa that was officially formed in 1995. The college offers Bachelor of Science Programs, and Associate of Science Programs in diagnostic medical sonography, medical assisting, radiologic technology, and physical therapist assistant, as well as others. It also provides numerous short-term certificate programs.
Mercy College of Health Sciences has a library equipped with information services, electronic discs, journals, books, reference materials, medical texts, videotapes, DVDs, and other helpful resources. MCHS produces 2 print and electronic publications: VitalSigns magazine - an alumni publication; and Mercy Messenger - a monthly student publication.
The students of MCHS are members of various Nursing Organizations and Allied Health Organizations including Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Mercy College Association of Nursing Students (MCANS), and Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society.
Mercy College Of Health Sciences is located in Des Moines, IA (a medium-sized city). The school is a Roman Catholic school. Mercy College Of Health Sciences is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.
Mercy College Of Health Sciences is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
The school does not offer open admission.
Mercy College Of Health Sciences maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
The school had 680 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A very high share of students at Mercy College Of Health Sciences are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Mercy College Of Health Sciences
928 Sixth Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309-1239
General Phone: (515) 643-3180
http://www.mchs.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 218 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 56 | radiation therapist, sonography and ultrasound tech, surgical tech, medical assistant, nuclear medical tech, health diagnostic professions |
| Medical Administration | 3 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Mercy College Of Health Sciences in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 199 | 6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 55 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 23 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Mercy College Of Health Sciences had a total enrollment of 680 students (720 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79% |
| Part-Time | 21% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Des Moines, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 597 | 431 | 72% | 226 | 52% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| 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) | recommended |
| 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 | $ 13,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Mercy College Of Health Sciences participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 627300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 31 |
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 | calendar year | 3 | $63,839 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $59,499 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 16 | $60,352 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $59,091 | 10 | $51,986 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $57,834 | 33 | $57,479 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Mercy College Of Health Sciences 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 9% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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