Texas A&M University-Texarkana (TAMUT) became a member of The Texas A&M University System. Texas A&M University in Texarkana is on the Texas and Arkansas border and offers four-year, graduate and doctoral degrees and offers some of the lowest tuition fees in the state of Texas. Texas A&M University – Texarkana has four colleges – the College of Business, the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, the College of Education and Liberal Arts and the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Nursing Programs Texas A&M University – Texarkana offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program both in person
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Founded in 1897, Texas Christian University (TCU) is home to over 9,500 students. Texas Christian University offers over 130 undergraduate degrees, almost 50 masters degrees and 20 doctoral degrees.The Harris College of Nursing opened in 1946 and from that year until 2000, 3,500 BSN students graduated from the program. In 2000, the Harris College of Nursing was renamed as the College of Health and Human Sciences, due to the Nursing school being joined by the Social Work, Communications Sciences and Disorders and Kinesiology departments. Again in 2004, the school changes its name to the Harris College of Nursing & Health
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Established over 40 years ago, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) has educated more than 10,000 health care professionals. Originally named the Texas Tech University of Medicine in 1969, today Texas Tech is comprised of seven schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, El Paso, Odessa, Midland, Dallas/Fort Worth and Lubbock. TTUHSCs, Anita Thigpen Perry School of Nursing, offers courses at the Abilene, Odessa, El Paso and Lubbock campuses, and trains over 1,000 students every year. The school opened in 1979 and the first students were accepted into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program at the Lubbock campus
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Texas Woman’s University (TWU) is the country’s largest university mainly for women. With campuses in Denton, Dallas and Houston, as well as online courses, Texas Woman’s University has graduated almost 15,000 students in 10 years. More healthcare professionals graduate from Texas Woman’s University than any other Texas-based university. Texas Woman’s University is also known for its research in diabetes and stroke, osteoporosis and childhood obesity. Texas Woman’s University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master of Science in Nursing, a PhD in Nursing and a Doctoral Program in Nursing Science, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Undergraduate Programs
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Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) was established in 1946 and is home to 6,500 students across four campuses, in Athens, Palestine, Terrell and Kaufman. Trinity Valley Community College offers classes both online through Virtual College of Texas and in-person, as well as Hybrid classes, which combine both online and in-person lectures in specific courses. Trinity Valley Community College is ideal for students who wish to complete college credits before transferring to university, as well as for students who wish to complete training in a career. The Health Science Center is located at the Kaufman House campus, and offers an Associate
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University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) is located in Belton, Texas, which is about 60 miles north of Austin, and is home to almost 3,000 students. The Scott and White College of Nursing is based on Christian principles and includes a combination of in-class lectures and clinical practicum at a variety of locations in the community. The Scott and White College of Nursing offers a variety of nursing programs, from a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree to a Registered Nurse (RN) licensure program and a BSN track for Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) educated nurses. Roughly 25% of
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The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA, UT Arlington) is located in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and has a student population of almost 34,000, making it the second largest university in the University of Texas college system. Research coming out of University of Texas at Arlington is at over $63 million since 2005. University of Texas at Arlington offers 81 Bachelor’s degrees, 75 Master’s degrees and 31 Doctoral degrees, with almost 17% Hispanic population, over 14% African American and over 9% Asian. Last year, the Fall enrollment was over 32,000, with over 25,000 students enrolled in undergraduate degrees and over
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The University of Texas at Brownsville (UTB, UT Brownsville), previously known as The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College (UTB/TSC), has been part of the University of Texas System for 20 years, when the Pan American at Brownsville campus parted ways with the University of Texas-Pan American and became the University of Texas at Brownsville. The Texas Legislature then allowed Texas Southmost College to join with the University of Texas at Brownsville. The university’s total enrollment is over 15,000 students with 77% studying at an undergraduate level, 5% at a graduate level and 18% taking dual credit
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The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is home to over 22,000 students, with a majority Hispanic population and has been around since 1914. The university has 81 bachelor’s degrees, 81 master’s degrees and 17 doctoral programs. The School of Nursing at the University of Texas at El Paso was initially called the Hotel Dieu Training School for Nurses when it opened over 110 years ago. The school was the first nursing school in El Paso, and eventually became part of the University of Texas at El Paso in 1976. The School of Nursing offers several bachelor and graduate
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The University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler) is part of the University of Texas System. University of Texas at Tyler is 30 years old and has almost 7,000 students enrolled. The University of Texas at Tyler also has campuses in Palestine and Longview, Texas.The university offers over 80 degrees, at both the undergraduate and graduate level, in-class and online. The College of Nursing at the University of Texas at Tyler offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and is home to the first doctoral degree at the university. Undergraduate Programs The undergraduate programs offers at the University of Texas at Tyler
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Established in 1971, the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (UTHealth) is part of the University of Texas System. UTHealth owns a psychiatric hospital, as well as clinics across the area and is affiliated with several local teaching hospitals. The School of Nursing at UTHealth offers undergraduate and graduate programs including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master of Science in Nursing, a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing. Undergraduate Degrees The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is for students who are new to the field of nursing, as well
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, commonly referred to as the UT Health Science Center, is home to over 3,000 students every year and is affiliated with over 100 hospitals and clinics in the community. The university was established in 1959, and has eight campuses in four cities. Undergraduate Programs The School of Nursing at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC, UTHSC-SA, or UT-HSC) at San Antonio has two Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs, traditional and accelerated. The traditional BSN is two-years long and is intended for students entering the nursing profession.
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The University of Texas Medical Brand at Galveston (UTMB) opened in 1891, and has 2,500 students enrolled per year. The campus includes four schools and is affiliated with several hospitals and clinics. The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is affiliated with the University of Texas System. The University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing was initially called the John Sealy Hospital Training School for Nurses, when it opened in 1890. The School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), with three tracks; BSN Traditional, Accelerated BSN and the RN-BSN Track. The School of Nursing
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The University of Texas – Pan American (UTPA) is located in the Rio Grand Valley in Edinburg, which is close to the US/Mexico border and serves the Hispanic community. Classes are available online and at campuses in Rio Grande City, McAllen and South Padre Island. The university was established in 1927, and has graduated 2,600 Associate degrees, over 50,000 bachelor’s degrees, over 10,000 master’s degrees and 100 doctoral students. Currently, the university has over 100 bachelor’s and master’s programs, and three doctoral programs. There are also two cooperative doctoral programs that are in partnership with seven colleges in the area.
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The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) of Texas was established by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, who arrived in San Antonio in the late 1800’s to work with cholera victims. Years later, the Sisters secured a charter, which allowed them to start schools in the area. College classes were added to the original school in 1909 and the name of the school was College and Academy of the Incarnate Word and was accredited in 1925 and was recognized as a university 15 years ago. In 2000, the university began offering degrees in China, and was the
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Established over 80 years ago, Victoria College (VC) offers over 40 associate degrees and certificates. Victoria College is geared toward students who are beginning their college degree, as well as those transitioning into a new career and need to expand on skills through education. Victoria College offers degree and certificates, as well as transfer programs, employment training and continuing education for those currently employed, who need to expand on current skills. Victoria College is home to an Adult Education Center, which aids high school students in preparing for their GED exam or college application. The Adult Education Center, also offers
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Weatherford College was established in 1871, and currently offers 19 programs of study to over 10,000 students every year. The college is located in Weatherford, Texas, which is just west of Forth Worth. The nursing programs at WC include; the Associate Degree Nursing program and the Vocational Nursing Program. Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) In order to apply to the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, students must complete the TEAS entrance exam with a minimum score of 70%. Applicants must submit transcripts from all previous colleges attended along with their TEAS score, and have a GPA of a minimum of
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Located in Canyon, Texas, West Texas A&M University (WTAMU, WT) was established in 1910 and currently has over 7,000 students enrolled. West Texas A&M University offers 61 undergraduate degree programs, 45 masters programs and one doctorate. The West Texas A&M University College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program, a Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) Program and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program. All programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and meet the requirements outlined by the Texas Board of Nursing. Undergraduate Programs
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Aquinas College (AQ, AQC) in Nashville, Tennessee, which was founded in 1928, was originally named Saint Cecilia Normal School. Its mission was to provide training for prospective teachers. At first, the training was limited to members of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation, a Roman Catholic order of nuns. Over the years, the college has held onto that mission of training educators within the context of the Roman Catholic faith, while also expanding into additional fields (business, nursing, and the liberal arts) and opening up to students who are not members of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation.
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Austin Peay State University (APSU) was founded in 1927 as a training school for teachers. It quickly expanded, adding additional undergraduate programs and branching out into graduate education. In 1972, it added its first nursing program. Now, APSU offers nursing programs for undergraduates and graduate students. The School of Nursing, which is part of the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences, has accreditation for its programs from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and approval from the Tennessee Department of Health, Board of Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing The School of Nursing accepts students for its pre-licensure
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The Baptist College of Health Sciences (BCHS), while officially founded in 1994, traces its roots back to the School of Nursing (founded 1912) which was associated with Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. After a long and successful track record of educating nurses, the diploma nursing program closed in 1997, and the new Baptist College of Health Sciences took over the mission of educating nurses and other healthcare professionals in the Memphis area. Through its Division of Nursing, BCHS offers a bachelor’s degree in nursing. There are three different tracks of the program, all of which are accredited by the Commission
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Belmont University (BU), located in Nashville, Tennessee, got its start as an elementary school for girls in 1890. Since 1890, it has transformed itself, changing from an elementary school to a college for women to a coeducational college. Now, Belmont University enrolls over 6000 students, both undergraduate and graduate, in a huge range of disciplines. As part of its Gordon E. Inman College of Health Sciences and Nursing, Belmont University prepares healthcare professionals (nurses, pharmacists, occupational therapists, and social workers) for the future. Belmont University offers both graduate and undergraduate programs in nursing, all of which are accredited by the
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Carson-Newman University (C-N, CNU), until 2012 known as Carson-Newman College, began in 1851 as Mossy Creek Missionary Baptist Seminary. In 1880 it was renamed to be Carson College, and merged with Newman College in 1889. A Baptist and liberal arts school, it specializes in four year bachelor’s degrees, and also offers master’s programs. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Traditional Program The BSN program is for students wishing to begin their careers in nursing. This four year program starts with three semesters of foundation courses, and then begins clinical nursing classes that will prepare the graduate to
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Founded as Chattanooga State Technical Institute in 1967, the college underwent many changes until it was renamed Chattanooga State Community College (CSCC) in 2009. Currently Chattanooga State enrolls almost 12,000 students a semester, and has a main campus on Amnicola Highway. There are six other satellite campuses in the area: East, Eastgate Town Center, Dayton, Kimball, Sequatchie-Bledsoe, and the Volkswagen Academy. Nursing Programs The Nursing Division at Chattanooga State was developed in 1982, and merged with the Allied Health Programs in 1988. The Nursing and Allied Health Division offers six different programs of study to a six state area around
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Cleveland State Community College (CSCC) enrolls 5000 students each semester and serves a five county area. Founded in 1967, Cleveland State has satellite campuses in Athens and Madisonville, in addition to the main campus in Cleveland. The main campus sits on 105 acres located in scenic area of Tennessee, and features modern classrooms and student activity centers. The average student age is 28. Nursing Programs Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Cleveland State offers a two year Associate Degree in Applied Science in Nursing. This program is for students who want to begin their career in nursing. Students who graduate will
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Columbia State Community College (CSCC) was founded in 1966, and is Tennessee’s first community college. The college has five campuses and serves a nine county area of the state. Columbia State enrolls 10,000 students each semester, has over 50 different areas of study, and has one of the highest transfer rates in the state. Nursing Programs Major in Nursing Columbia State offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing for students who are interested in entering a career in nursing. Graduates of this four semester program will receive an AAS degree and be eligible to sit for the
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Cumberland University (CU), founded in 1842, is 30 miles east of Nashville in the state of Tennessee. Almost 1500 students enroll each semester, and the majority of them are under the age of 24. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. While most programs are still taught traditionally, Cumberland University has a number of online-only courses of study available for students. Nursing Programs The Jeanette Rudy School of Nursing is located at University Medical Center on the McFarland Specialty Campus. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) The traditional BSN program is for students who are just entering the
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Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) in Tennessee is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Founded in 1969, DSCC is an affordable college, and offers campuses in Trenton and Covington, as well as an online program for busy students. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Nursing This is a traditional, daytime program offered at the main campus and at the Covington location. Students must first be admitted into DSCC before they can apply to the nursing program. To apply, they must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher from high school or any previous college
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East Tennessee State University (ETSU) was founded in 1911 and has over 15,000 students, both graduate and undergraduate. The University has a Main campus and the Veterans Affairs (VA) campus that houses the College of Medicine. The school boasts computer network access in every office, classroom, building, and residence hall. There are also 57 computer labs on campus and at remote sites, available for student use. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This program is for students beginning their nursing career. Students enroll in pre-nursing, complete core requirements, and then take five semesters of major courses to complete
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Jackson State Community College (JSCC) was founded in 1967, and has an enrollment of over 5000 students. There are campuses in Jackson, Humboldt, Lexington and Savannah, making it accessible to a large part of western Tennessee. Jackson State offers dual enrollment programs at area high schools, giving young students an advantage. However, the average student age at Jackson State is 27, so there is a wide diversity of age among the student body. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) This is a two year, generalist degree program that prepares students to become a professional provider of health
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King University (KU), previously known as King College, is located in Bristol, Tennessee, which is part of the Tri-Cities Metropolitan area, and has a population of 450,000. The area is home to NASCAR’s Bristol Motor Speedway, and is known as the Birthplace of Country Music. The campus of King University is located on 135 wooded acres. Founded as a Christian Presbyterian College in 1867, the school patterned itself after a classical liberal arts model. Currently it offers over 80 major and minor programs, and enrolls over 2000 students each semester. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) The BSN
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Founded in 1897, Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) is named for the United States President that envisioned a university to serve the people of the Cumberland Gap. With about 4500 students enrolled, the average class size is 17 students, making this an ideal institution to receive personalized attention. The main campus is made up of 1000 wooded acres and 35 buildings. LMU also has learning sites in Knoxville, Blount County, Cedar Bluff, Morristown, Sevierville, Kingsport, Cleveland, and Ducktown, Tennessee, and in Corbin, Cumberland, and Middlesboro, KY. Nursing Programs Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) The ASN program is offered in the
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Founded as Nashville Bible School in 1891, Lipscomb University (LU) in Tennessee was renamed in 1918 to honor co-founder David Lipscomb following his death. The school is a private liberal arts college associated with the Churches of Christ. About 2600 students enroll each semester in one of the 80 degree or pre-professional programs offered. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This program is a four year degree for students who have no prior nursing experience. Graduates of the program will be prepared to take the Registered Nurse (RN) licensing exam (NCLEX-RN). The program begins in the junior year
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Martin Methodist College (MMC) was founded in 1870, and is associated with the Tennessee Conference of the United Methodist Church. It was begun as a school for girls, and was transferred to the Methodist Church in 1908. In 1938 it became coed, and today the student body is almost equally male and female. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) The BSN program at Martin Methodist College is designed as a pre-licensure program for students who are seeking a career in nursing. Students will take this full time program and graduate with a bachelor’s degree, as well as be
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Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) was founded in 1911 as a two year teachers school. It became a University and gained its current name in 1965. The campus now covers over 500 acres and the University enrolls 26,000 students each year. Nursing Programs The School of Nursing is located under the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This four year degree program starts with three semesters of Pre-Nursing courses, including Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II. To apply to the program, students need to maintain at least a 2.8 GPA and must earn
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Milligan College (MC) is a Christian liberal arts institution. Founded in 1866, it is located in the Tri-Cities region of northeastern Tennessee. The school enrolls 1200 students and classes are usually around 10 to 15 students. Milligan has 30 majors to offer, and four master’s degree programs. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Students in the four year BSN program at Milligan will learn how to examine and treat patients, and educate them about health maintenance. They will have the opportunity to gain real world experience in major medical centers, smaller hospitals and clinics, and community health centers.
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The main campus of Motlow State Community College (MSCC) sits on 187 acres of land donated by the Motlow family. Founded in 1969, this public Tennessee college offers flexible learning pathways, degrees, and certificates to an 11 county service area. In addition to the main campus, Motlow has three learning centers in Smyrna, McMinnville, and Fayetteville. The school provides dual enrollment to area high school students. Motlow enrolls over 2000 students each semester, and has been recognized as one of the fastest growing community colleges in the nation. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing This two year
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Roane State Community College (RSCC) in Tennessee was founded in 1969, and moved into its first permanent building on the main campus in 1973. Roane State now enrolls over 6800 students, and has nine campus locations in nine different counties. The school offers dual enrollment for area high school students, and has wireless internet access on all campuses. Nursing Programs Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing This program is designed to train students to be highly skilled healthcare providers to patients and families in a variety of situations. Students will have both classroom instruction and hands-on experience. Students that
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South College in Tennessee, formerly known as Knoxville Business College (KBC), was founded in 1882. Aside from the main campus on Lonas Drive, South College has a facility on Goody’s Lane in west Knoxville. The College is a smoke-free area, and smoking is only allowed inside of student’s personal vehicles. The College is private and coed, and has almost 1000 students enrolled. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This program is for the student just beginning their career in nursing. After completion of the program, they will earn a BSN degree and be able to take the Registered
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Southern Adventist University (SAU) in Tennessee began as Graysville Academy in 1892. It moved to its current location in Collegedale in 1916, and gained its current name in 1996. It is a Seventh-Day Adventist school, and currently enrolls over 3000 students each semester. Nursing Programs Associate Degree (AS) in Nursing Students interested in the AS in Nursing are encouraged to enroll in the BS in nursing program. After four semesters plus a summer semester, they may exit the BS program with an AS in nursing degree, and be eligible to take the RN licensing exam (NCLEX). This program has limited
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Southwest Tennessee Community College (STCC) was founded in 2000 when Shelby State Community College and State Technical Institute in Memphis were combined. Southwest enrolls 13,000 students, and prepares students for the workplace or transfer to a four-year institution with a variety of Associate Degree, Technical, and Academic Certificate programs. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing This two year program is designed to give students the knowledge they need to become licensed and employed immediately upon graduation. Students who complete the program will be allowed to take the Registered Nurse (RN) licensing exam offered by the National Council
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Made up of 46 educational institutions and enrolling over 200,000 students, the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) is the country’s sixth largest public higher education system. The TBR was formed in 2001 and uses its network of schools to offer programs in 90 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. With six state universities, 13 community colleges, and 27 technical centers, the TBR offers something for everyone. With the TBR, students must choose a home campus. This is the school where they will apply to for admission, register for courses, and be awarded degrees and certificates. Nursing Programs Master of Science in Nursing
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Tennessee State University (TSU) was founded in 1912 as an agricultural and industrial school, and became a university in 1951. TSU has two campuses, the main one along the Cumberland River, and the Avon Williams downtown campus in the heart of Nashville. One of the nation’s most prestigious historically black universities, TSU has nine colleges and schools, and offers 45 baccalaureate programs and 24 master’s programs, as well as several doctoral programs. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) This program is designed to prepare students to provide entry level patient care. It is offered at the main
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Tennessee Technological University (TTU) began educating students in 1912 as the University of Dixie, a two year private school. The school began to grow and evolve, eventually becoming a four year public university and gaining its current name, Tennessee Tech, in 1965. The Whitson-Hester School of Nursing began in 1980. Tennessee Tech enrolls over 11,500 students each year in over 40 bachelor’s degree and 23 graduate degree programs. The school is located in a town of about 25,000 people, and is near several scenic state parks, yet is only an hour away from three of the state’s largest metropolitan areas.
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Tennessee Wesleyan College (TWC) began in 1857 as Athens Female College. The college experienced many name changes before the current name was adopted in 1954. The College is affiliated with the Holsten Conference of the United Methodist Church, and is dedicated to serving traditional and non-traditional students. With just over 1100 students enrolled and a 15 to 1 student to faculty ratio, personalized attention is guaranteed. The campus is located in the heart of Sweetwater Valley, in between Chattanooga and Knoxville. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This program gives students a broad educational foundation in science and
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Trevecca Nazarene University (TNU) in Tennessee can trace its roots back to a Christian workers’ training class begun in 1901. What began as a small group grew until it became the Literary and Bible Training School for Christian Workers later that same year. In the next decade the school grew into Trevecca College, named after a school in Wales. Trevecca moved to its present location in 1935, graduated its first four year class in 1942, and gained its present name in 1995. An official school of the Church of the Nazarene, Trevecca enrolls almost 2500 students each year and offers
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Union University (UU) of Tennessee is a private, four year institution that was founded in 1823. It is the oldest Southern Baptist college in the nation. There are more than 4200 students enrolled, and the student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Union has a main campus in Jackson, and extension campuses in Germantown and Hendersonville. The campus has had over $120 million in renovations in the last decade, including on-campus housing that features private bedrooms for all residents. All housing also has internet and cable connections, and wireless internet access is available in the common areas and the
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The University of Memphis (U of M) was founded as the West Tennessee State Normal School in 1912. The school changed names several times over the years, and finally became University of Memphis in 1994. University of Memphis enrolls over 22,000 students each year, offers over 50 majors and 95 concentrations, and awards over 3000 degrees to students annually. In addition to the Main Campus and the Park Avenue Campus in Memphis, the University offers a variety of programs at its Lambuth Campus in Jackson, TN, to accommodate students in West Tennessee. The Loewenberg School of Nursing began in 1967
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Begun as Chattanooga University in 1886, the school spent 83 years as a private college. But when it merged with Chattanooga City College and the University of Tennessee in 1969, it became University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), part of a four campus, statewide public University system. UTC has almost 11,500 students enrolled each semester, and offers over 70 degree programs. The university is located in Chattanooga, with a population of over 160,000. This thriving city is located at the base of Lookout and Signal Mountains, an area rich in history and natural beauty. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in
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When the University of Tennessee began in 1911 in Memphis, it was dedicated to health science education and research. It began to add new programs in health sciences. Today the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) is made up of six colleges, and enrolls nearly 2700 students. UTHSC has a main campus in Memphis, satellite campuses in Knoxville and Chattanooga, and healthcare related facilities scattered throughout Tennessee. Nursing Programs The schedule of the College of Nursing is based on terms that are 20 weeks long. The Summer/Fall term runs July through December, and the Winter/Spring term goes from January
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The University of Tennessee at Martin (UT Martin, UTM) was founded in 1900. It currently enrolls 8000 students. The school is home to UT Online, a program through the University of Tennessee that allows students to earn certain undergraduate and graduate degrees online. UT Martin has several offsite locations that offer classes, including the Jackson, Parsons, Ripley and Selma Centers. It also has agreements with 12 universities in 7 countries, making it easy for interested students to participate in travel-study programs. Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) This program is for students wishing to enter the field of
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The University of Tennessee at Knoxville (UT, UTK) is one of the oldest public universities in the nation. It was founded in 1794, two years before Tennessee became a state, as Blount College. It moved to its current location in 1826, and became the University of Tennessee in 1879. UT is located in Knoxville, which is Tennessee’s third largest city and has a population of over 180,000. UT has the benefits of being in a city, but is also close to nature. The Knoxville area has over 80 parks, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just an hour away.
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Vanderbilt University (VU, Vandy) in Tennessee is a private research university that was created with an endowment from Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, and opened its doors to students in 1875. The University has always been coed, and is dedicated to providing liberal arts and sciences education. Today, the campus covers 330 acres, and has ten schools, a distinguished medical center, and a public policy institute. Vanderbilt enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students each year. Nursing Programs Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) The MSN program is open to students with a diploma or associate degree in nursing, a bachelor’s
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Serving the residents of East Tennessee, Walters State Community College (WSCC, WS) was founded in 1970 as an affordable higher education opportunity. WSCC has campuses in Morristown, Greeneville, Sevierville, and Tazewell. There are over 11,000 students enrolled, and the College offers over 100 associate degree and technical certificate options. WSCC is one of the most technically savvy community colleges in the country. The campus is ranked as the safest in Tennessee, and the 12th safest in the nation. WSCC is also part of the Tennessee Board of Regents program. Nursing Programs Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing This program
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Augustana College (Augie, AC) of South Dakota traces its history back to Hillsboro Academy, which was founded in 1835. After changing names and locations several times, the college eventually settled in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 650 miles away from its original site, in 1918. The college, which is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, focuses on the liberal arts. All students, regardless of major, must complete a rigorous core curriculum. Besides majors in the humanities, Augustana College offers programs for prospective educators, engineers scientists, business leaders, and healthcare professionals. Aspiring nurses can complete Augustana College’s Bachelor of Arts
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Dakota Wesleyan University (DWU), a small university founded in 1885 which is affiliated with the Dakotas Conference of the United Methodist Church, enrolls less than 1000 students each year. The majority of these students are undergraduates, although the university does offer a few graduate programs in education as well. Among the undergraduate students, the most popular major is nursing, offered through the Arlene Gates Department of Nursing, which is a part of the Donna Starr Christen College of Healthcare, Fitness, and Science. DWU’s nursing programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and approved by the
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When it was established in 1965, Lake Area Technical Institute (LATI) was the first technical school in the state of South Dakota. Since its foundation, the school has grown rapidly, expanding its enrollment capacity and adding new programs. It offers a variety of professional programs in agriculture, business, computer information systems, healthcare, and many other fields. Approximately 1500 students take classes at LATI, both on the campus in Watertown and via distance learning technology. Among those students are prospective nurses. LATI’s program in nursing is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and approved by the South
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Since 1936, Mount Marty College (MMC) has focused on providing students with a liberal arts education and professional training, within the context of the Roman Catholic faith. It enrolls about 1100 students each year; most students study on the residential campus in Yankton, South Dakota. In addition to its main campus, Mount Marty College offers undergraduate classes in Watertown on the campus of Lake Area Technical Institute, and graduate classes in Sioux Falls. Through Mount Marty College, students can pursue a career in nursing. The college offers a certificate program, a baccalaureate program, and a graduate program for nurses. Mount
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Presentation College (PC), founded in 1951, specializes in providing education in the healthcare field, within the context of the Catholic-Christian tradition. On its main campus in Aberdeen, South Dakota, as well as on its campuses in Eagle Butte, South Dakota and Fairmont, Minnesota, Presentation College prepares students for careers in many of the allied health professions, nursing, business, education, and social work. Nursing is one of the college’s main areas of focus; it offers an associate degree in nursing and a baccalaureate degree in nursing, with special tracks to accommodate incoming students with different levels of education. The nursing programs
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While South Dakota State University (SDSU) has been in existence since 1881, it started educating nurses in 1935. It has expanded from offering just a four-year baccalaureate nursing program to offering graduate-level nursing programs in a variety of specializations, upward mobility programs for nurses who want to earn a full baccalaureate degree, and continuing education refresher courses for nurses who wish to brush up on their nursing skills. For prospective nurses and nurses who want to continue their education, South Dakota State University has one of the most comprehensive lists of programs in the state. Depending on the program, classes
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