Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences

  • Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences, formerly known as Ameritech College of Healthcare, is one of the largest nursing schools in Utah. Founded in 1979, Joyce University`s mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers.

School Highlights

Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences serves 1,429 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 23%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,429 students
  • Private-state tuition: $18,320
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 300 teachers has grown by 152% over five years.
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
(UT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Doctoral/Research Universities--Extensive
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
300 staff
154 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
8
30

Student Body

The student population of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,429 students
1,545 students
This chart displays the total enrollment of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and community college average number of enrollment of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
This chart displays the student staff ratio of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and community college average student staff ratio of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Students
1,139 students
501 students
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# Part-Time Students
290 students
1,044 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Utah.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
122 students
176 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,026 students
501 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
113 students
28 students
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Utah All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,172 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
371 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
750 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of Asian community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Hispanic
8%
11%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Black
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of Black community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
83%
77%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of White community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
% Two or more races
5%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Utah.
Diversity Score
0.30
0.39
This chart displays the diversity score of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the community college average diversity score of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
81%
51%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Utah by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.57%
0.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,900
$32,700
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Utah by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $18,320 is more than the state average of $14,133. The private state tuition has grown by 19% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$18,320
$14,133
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
87%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,249
$15,972
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,219
$6,334
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences and the community college average percent admitted of Utah by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
SAT Reading
n/a
545
SAT Math
n/a
550
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences cost?
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences's private state tuition is approximately $18,320.
What is the acceptance rate of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences?
The acceptance rate of Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,429 students
  • Private-state tuition: $18,320
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

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