Students attend University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing in Pittsburgh, PA, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 485 students at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of UPMC Health System is to provide outstanding patient care and to shape tomorrow's health system through clinical innovation, biomedical and health services research and education."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing
5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
General Phone: (412) 623-2950
http://www.upmc.edu/shadyside/schoolofnursing
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 153 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 153 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing had a total enrollment of 485 students (393 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 82% |
| Part-Time | 18% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 5% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 22% |
| 35-39 | 22% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 75 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 35 | 20 | 57% | 17 | 85% |
| Men | 10 | 3 | 30% | 2 | 67% |
| Women | 25 | 17 | 68% | 15 | 88% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| 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 |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 657700)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Shadyside School Of Nursing Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
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