Washington, PA is home to Washington Hospital School Of Nursing. Washington is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Washington Hospital School Of Nursing go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 420. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 500. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume the school has broad appeal.
Washington Hospital School Of Nursing has 170 enrolled students (as of 2007).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Washington Hospital School of Nursing offers a diploma program in professional nursing. The School assures the quality of its program by maintaining qualified faculty, providing support services which meet the needs of the student population, providing resources and facilities which are adequate for operation of the school, and offering a curriculum which enables its graduates to develop the competencies necessary for the practice of professional nursing."
More complete details are provided below.
Washington Hospital School Of Nursing
155 Wilson Ave
Washington, PA 15301
General Phone: (724) 223-3167
http://www.washingtonhospital.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 155 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Washington Hospital School Of Nursing in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 155 | 1 |
In 2007, Washington Hospital School Of Nursing had a total enrollment of 170 students (165 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 19% |
| Women | 81% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 26% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
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 Washington, 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 | 110 | 110 | 100% | 81 | 74% |
| Men | 20 | 20 | 100% | 15 | 75% |
| Women | 90 | 90 | 100% | 66 | 73% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 500 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 15% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 3% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,121 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,121 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Washington Hospital School Of Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 658201)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washington Hospital 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 9% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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