The campus of Watts School Of Nursing is in Durham, North Carolina, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Watts School Of Nursing include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at Watts School Of Nursing is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into the school is challenging; it only admitted 26% of those who applied in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 400 and 520.
In 2005, the school had 109 students enrolled (109 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Watts School Of Nursing are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Durham Regional Hospital - Watts School of Nursing To care for our patients,nurturing the sick and strengthening the well, and to improve the health of the community we serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Watts School Of Nursing
3643 N Roxboro Road
Durham, NC 27704-2763
Admissions Phone: (919) 470-7348
Financial Aid Phone: (919) 684-5360
http://www.wattsschoolofnursing.org
Watts School Of Nursing awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 46 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Watts School Of Nursing in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 46 | 1 |
In 2005, Watts School Of Nursing had a total enrollment of 109 students (109 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 11% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Other Races | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Durham, North Carolina 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 | 118 | 31 | 26% | 31 | 100% |
| Women | 110 | 31 | 28% | 31 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 520 |
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) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 34% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (919) 470-7348
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,937 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,937 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,763 |
Financial Aid:
Watts School Of Nursing participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 648300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (919) 684-5360
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Watts School Of 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% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
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