Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science

  • Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education and it serves the tri-state region of Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana. The College is a subsidiary of TriHealth, Inc. and Good Samaritan Hospital. Good Samaritan Hospital has sponsored a nursing program since 1896, beginning with the Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing. The College provides quality nursing education in a Catholic environment. The College awards the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree to qualified graduates who go on to serve Good Samaritan Hospital, the community of greater Cincinnati, the nation, and the world. The Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science identifies itself as a specialized college of higher education committed to educating men and women for careers in nursing and other health related fields in the greater Cincinnati region. The College is a private Catholic institution that fulfills its mission by addressing the needs of qualified students of differing interests, plans, expectations, and ages.

School Highlights

Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science serves 305 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Private-state tuition: $19,420
  • Acceptance Rate: 89%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
57 staff
93 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science diversity score of 0.43 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
305 students
599 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
129 students
329 students
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# Part-Time Students
176 students
270 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
240 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
129 students
306 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
176 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
18%
15%
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% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
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% Black
2%
7%
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% White
5%
4%
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% Hawaiian
73%
64%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
n/a
3%
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Diversity Score
0.43
0.56
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
31%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.8333%
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,800
$31,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $19,420 is more than the state average of $13,652. The private state tuition has grown by 25% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$19,420
$13,652
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$20,843
$18,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$11,000
$6,500
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Acceptance Rate
89%
73%
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SAT Total Avg.
992
935
SAT Reading
502
460
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SAT Math
490
475
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SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Total Avg.
62
61
ACT Composite
21
21
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ACT English
21
20
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ACT Math
20
20
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Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science cost?
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science's private state tuition is approximately $19,420.
What schools are Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science often compared to?
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science?
The acceptance rate of Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science is 89%, which is higher than the state average of 73%.
In what neighborhood is Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science located?
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science is located in the CUF neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Private-state tuition: $19,420
  • Acceptance Rate: 89%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,921 per year for in-state students and $10,849 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,652 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.56, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Tri-State Bible College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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