- Memorial Hospital School of Nursing has been educating and preparing students for fulfilling careers in nursing for more than a century. Our Associate Degree program educates and prepares students to become skilled and competent professional nurses (RN’s). Graduates earn a two-year Associate in Science degree and are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX). We also have articulation agreements with upper division BSN completion programs at a number of colleges. Memorial Hospital School of Nursing is affiliated with Northeast Health, the region’s most comprehensive not-for-profit network of healthcare, supportive housing and community services. Memorial Hospital School of Nursing enjoys a close working relationship with our sister school; Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing Our educational relationship with Hudson Valley Community College enables our nursing students to earn college credits for liberal arts and science support courses. The nursing school and the hospital’s Health Sciences Library are located on the ground floor of the East Wing on the Albany Memorial Hospital campus. Students participate in learning experiences that include classroom teaching, school labs, and clinical practices at Albany Memorial Hospital, Hudson Valley Community College and affiliating agencies. Our mission is to prepare students for entry into the profession of nursing as competent, caring practitioners.
School Highlights
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing serves 123 students (4% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Private-state tuition: $10,575
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 55%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges
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
Colors
Green and White
Total Faculty
14 staff
43 staff
Student Body
The student population of St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing has declined by 8% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 33% over five years.
Total Enrollment
123 students
746 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
5 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
118 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
511 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
118 students
495 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
9%
8%
% Hispanic
6%
23%
% Black
20%
19%
% White
45%
37%
% Hawaiian
7%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
11%
7%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$47,800
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $10,575 is less than the state average of $16,898. The private state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,575
$16,898
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,500
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,125
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
78%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing cost?
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing's private state tuition is approximately $10,575.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
What is St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing's ranking?
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing located?
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing is located in the Buckingham Lake neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Buckingham Lake.
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