School Highlights
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville serves 4,268 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 4,268 students
- Acceptance Rate: 73%
- Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
166 staff
232 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6
5
Student Body
The student population of Galen College of Nursing-Louisville has grown by 100% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Galen College of Nursing-Louisville diversity score of 0.51 is more than the state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,268 students
2,968 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
1,995 students
1,000 students
# Part-Time Students
2,273 students
1,968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
287 students
266 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,773 students
978 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
222 students
55 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,219 students
1,968 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
54 students
54 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
2%
% Asian
15%
10%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
7%
5%
% White
6%
4%
% Hawaiian
68%
77%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.40
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
63%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4206%
0.3333%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,900
$29,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,003
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
73%
69%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Galen College of Nursing-Louisville?
The acceptance rate of Galen College of Nursing-Louisville is 73%, which is higher than the state average of 69%.
Recent Articles
How to Learn Online Successfully
In this article, we discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that adult learners face while learning online. We offer you practical tips on creating a productive learning environment, managing your time effectively, and making the most of your course's resources.
Community Colleges Fight Back Against For-Profit Attacks: The Rebuttal
After being attacked by private colleges, community colleges are mounting a defense and publishing studies that clearly outline the differences between the public and private institutions.
Why President Obama is Hailed as the Community College President
Learn how President Obama, who is considered the "Community College President," has rightly earned his title based upon his proposed funding and support for community colleges throughout the country.