- Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences provides quality education in a Christian atmosphere to prepare health care professionals for diverse practice environments. As a learning community, our focus is on preparing health care professionals in nursing and allied health for the diverse practice environment of the twenty-first century. Learning takes place not just in the classroom setting, but in some of the finest medical facilities available. Our curriculum includes both general and health studies as well as major-specific coursework in order to prepare competent and caring health care professionals. Students tell us that they value our small classes, availability of faculty and staff, our Christian atmosphere, and our emphasis on clinical education.
School Highlights
Baptist Health Sciences University serves 891 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Private-state tuition: $10,412
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 66%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Baptist Health Sciences University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 41% over five years.
Baptist Health Sciences University
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
89 staff
38 staff
Student Body
The student population of Baptist Health Sciences University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Baptist Health Sciences University diversity score of 0.63 is more than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
891 students
1,083 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
445 students
416 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
446 students
667 students
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
782 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
352 students
378 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Full-Time Graduate Students
93 students
93 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
430 students
739 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
16 students
64 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
195 students
446 students
% Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
50%
20%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
34%
62%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.57
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.5846%
n/a
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$70,235
$41,480
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $10,412 is less than the state average of $13,503. The private state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,412
$13,503
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$31,193
$11,059
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,000
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Acceptance Rate
82%
98%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
ACT Total Avg.
72
58
ACT Composite
24
20
ACT English
25
19
ACT Math
23
19
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Baptist Health Sciences University cost?
Baptist Health Sciences University's private state tuition is approximately $10,412.
What is the acceptance rate of Baptist Health Sciences University?
The acceptance rate of Baptist Health Sciences University is 82%, which is lower than the state average of 98%.
What is Baptist Health Sciences University's ranking?
Baptist Health Sciences University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest median earnings 10 years after entry.
In what neighborhood is Baptist Health Sciences University located?
Baptist Health Sciences University is located in the Medical District neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Medical District.
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