Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences

  • Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences, formerly known as Ameritech College of Healthcare, is one of the largest nursing schools in Utah. Founded in 1979, Joyce University`s mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers.

School Highlights

Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences serves 1,429 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 23%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,429 students
  • Private-state tuition: $18,320
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 300 teachers has grown by 152% over five years.
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Doctoral/Research Universities--Extensive
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
300 staff
154 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
8
30

Student Body

The student population of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,429 students
1,545 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,139 students
501 students
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# Part-Time Students
290 students
1,044 students
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This chart display the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
122 students
176 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,026 students
501 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
113 students
28 students
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UT All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,172 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
371 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
8%
11%
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% Black
1%
1%
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% White
83%
77%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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% Two or more races
5%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.30
0.39
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
81%
51%
This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of UT by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.57%
0.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,900
$32,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $18,320 is more than the state average of $14,133. The private state tuition has grown by 19% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$18,320
$14,133
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
87%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in UT by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,249
$15,972
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in UT by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,219
$6,334
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in UT by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
This chart display the percent admitted of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the community college average percent admitted of UT by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
SAT Reading
n/a
545
SAT Math
n/a
550
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences cost?
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences's private state tuition is approximately $18,320.
What is the acceptance rate of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences?
The acceptance rate of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,429 students
  • Private-state tuition: $18,320
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Salt Lake County, UT community colleges have a diversity score of 0.55, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Salt Lake County, UT is Stevens-Henager College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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