- 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 890 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 27%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Private-state tuition: $10,412
- Acceptance Rate: 69%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- 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
School Resources
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 152 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Baptist Health Sciences University
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
152 staff
152 staff
Student Body
The student population of Baptist Health Sciences University has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Baptist Health Sciences University diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
890 students
2,876 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
367 students
1,129 students
# Part-Time Students
523 students
1,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
830 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
360 students
1,129 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
7 students
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
511 students
2,251 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
12 students
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
195 students
195 students
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
33%
15%
% White
60%
73%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.44
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.59%
0.59%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,800
$29,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $10,412 is less than the state average of $12,611. The private state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,412
$12,611
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$31,193
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
69%
83%
SAT Reading (Year 2021)
500
500
SAT Math (Year 2021)
540
498
SAT Writing
n/a
469
ACT Total Avg.
72
58
ACT Composite
24
20
ACT English
25
19
ACT Math
23
19
ACT Writing (Year 2013)
10
10
Source: 2021 (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 69%, which is lower than the state average of 83%.
What is Baptist Health Sciences University's ranking?
Baptist Health Sciences University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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