School Highlights
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing serves 100 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Acceptance Rate: 25%
- Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 54%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
4
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
0
Total Faculty
12 staff
28 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
14
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing has grown by 63% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing diversity score of 0.54 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 770% over five years.
Total Enrollment
100 students
380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
100 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
56 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
100 students
290 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
90 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
340 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
2%
12%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
46%
50%
% Hawaiian
50%
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
14%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.00
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,501
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
25%
81%
SAT Reading
n/a
470
SAT Math
n/a
489
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing?
The acceptance rate of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing is 25%, which is lower than the state average of 81%. Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
What is Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing's ranking?
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Lowest acceptance rates.
Recent Articles
Community Colleges and the Creator Economy
Explore how community colleges prepare students for YouTube, podcasting, content creation, and creator economy careers.
AI-Augmented Careers and Community Colleges
Explore AI-augmented careers and how community colleges prepare students with practical skills, credentials, and employer-aligned training.
Catholic School Marketing Strategies in Competitive Choice Markets
Learn effective Catholic school marketing strategies for standing out in competitive school choice markets in 2026.
