School Highlights
Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing serves 182 students (19% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and American), which is more than the state average of 65%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Acceptance Rate: 15%
- Minority enrollment: 85%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
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
Total Faculty
n/a
445 staff
Student Body
The student population of Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing has grown by 93% over five years.
The Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing diversity score of 0.79 is more than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has grown by 43% over five years.
Total Enrollment
182 students
2,085 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
# Full-Time Students
35 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
147 students
1,319 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
35 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
147 students
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
19%
n/a
% Asian
11%
8%
% Hispanic
2%
26%
% Black
20%
15%
% White
15%
35%
% Hawaiian
31%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.79
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$65,000
$36,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
77%
Median Debt for Graduates
$17,900
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,125
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
15%
76%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing?
The acceptance rate of Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing is 15%, which is lower than the state average of 76%. Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
What is Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing's ranking?
Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School Of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Jersey for: Lowest acceptance rates and Diversity in US community colleges.
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