Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing and Allied Health, commonly referred to as Nebraska Methodist College or NMC, was established in 1891. NMC is affiliated with the Methodist Health System. This private, coeducational college is situated in Omaha, Nebraska. The campus is known as the Josie Harper Campus.
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing and Allied Health awards the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Master of Science degrees. Certificate programs are also available in the fields of medical assisting, phlebotomy, and vascular sonography. In addition, NMC provides opportunities for online learning.
Students of NMC are involved in various clubs and organizations. Those available on campus are the Methodist Student Nurse Association, Ambassadors, Student Government, Methodist Allied Health Student Association, and Campus Crusade for Christ. The college is also home to honor societies like the Lambda Beta, Surgical Technology National Honor Society, Lambda Nu, and the Nursing Honor Society.
The main campus of Nebraska Methodist College is in Omaha, NE (a large city). The school is a United Methodist institution. Nebraska Methodist College is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
Nebraska Methodist College students most commonly major in a field related to nursing and emergency medicine, medical administration, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
The school does not accept everyone who applies.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges.
In 2007-2008, the school had 592 enrolled students. Females make the bulk of the student body at Nebraska Methodist College.
More complete details are provided below.
Nebraska Methodist College Of Nursing & Allied Health
720 North 87th Street
Omaha, NE 68114-2852
General Phone: (402) 354-7000
http://www.methodistcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 117 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 67 | surgical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, respiratory care tech, medical assistant, radiographer |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 8 | health and fitness |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Nebraska Methodist College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 113 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 32 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 29 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 18 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Nebraska Methodist College had a total enrollment of 592 students (561 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 87% |
| Graduate | 13% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Nebraska Methodist College offers campus housing for 101 of its 561 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Omaha, Nebraska for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Nebraska Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 184 | 92 | 50% | 65 | 71% |
| Men | 10 | 3 | 30% | 3 | 100% |
| Women | 174 | 89 | 51% | 62 | 70% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| 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 | $ 11,648 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,648 |
| Room and board | $ 7,564 |
| Room charge | $ 5,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 962 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,912 |
Financial Aid:
Nebraska Methodist College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 640400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 42 |
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 | 0 | * | 3 | $82,507 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $55,437 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $62,559 | 10 | $66,778 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $59,394 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 14 | $51,889 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 10 | $45,964 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 2 | * | 32 | $52,567 |
*: 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
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Nebraska Methodist College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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