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Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing is in a large city, in Miami, Florida. The school has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation. Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Certificate.
The most common major fields study at Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing include nursing and emergency medicine.
The school does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing in 2005, 33% were accepted.
The school, in 2005, had 85 students (85 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing are minorities. Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"In witness of Jesus'healing mission, Mercy Hospital strives to improve the well being of those served through a health care delivery system designed to promote wellness and cure illness. As a ministry of the Roman Catholic Church and a member of Catholic Health East, we are committed to being a transforming, healing presence within our community. Adopting the spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph in working to acheieve unity of neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God we attest to the value of human life in all its cycles. This is done through respect for the unborn and recognition of the transcendent meaning of suffering ans death by combining professional excellence with compassionate concern for the whole person. We seek to understand and respond to the needs of our community through collaboration with others that share a common mission and vision. With attention to fiscal responsibility, quality services are made available and accessible to those who need them."
More complete details are provided below.
Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing
3663 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33133
General Phone: (305) 285-2777
http://www.mercymiami.org/
Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 75 | licensed practical nurse |
Number of programs and degrees for Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 75 | 1 |
In 2005, Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing had a total enrollment of 85 students (85 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 5% |
| Black | 37% |
| Hispanic | 48% |
| Asian | 6% |
| Other Races | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 17% |
| 40-49 | 26% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 83% |
| Transfer Out | 17% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Miami, Florida 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 | 6 | 2 | 33% | 2 | 100% |
| Men | 2 | 1 | 50% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 4 | 1 | 25% | 1 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | 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) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3099600)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Mercy Hospital School Of Practical Nursing 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 1% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library
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