Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing

400 Highland Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
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School Highlights

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing serves 41 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian and American), which is more than the state average of 50%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Completion Rates

School Overview

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
School Motto
'Make my hospital right; make it the best.'

Student Body

The student population of Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing has declined by 12% over five years.
The Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing diversity score of 0.08 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 88% over five years.
Total Enrollment
41 students
382 students
# Full-Time Students
41 students
294 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
41 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
41 students
292 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
4%
% White
2%
50%
% Hawaiian
96%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.08
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
61%

Tuition & Financial Aid

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2017)
$14,000
$12,602
Acceptance Rate
72%
82%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing?
The acceptance rate of Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing is 72%, which is lower than the state average of 82%.
What is Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing's ranking?
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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