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Jefferson College of Health Sciences
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Jefferson College of Health Sciences is an independent, private, coeducational, health sciences college located in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.A.. Officially chartered as a College in 1982, Jefferson College is the oldest hospital-based college in Virginia.
Jefferson College of Health Sciences has approximately 1,200 students (75% female, 25% male) who represent approximately 20 states. The college offers 15 majors in various healthcare disciplines. Jefferson College of Health Sciences awards the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Science degree.
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- Private not for profit, Four or more years
- 1041 students
- $18,810.00 avg tuition
101 Elm Avenue SE
Roanoke,
VA
24013
(888) 985-8483
Apply online
Admissions:
www.jchs.edu/page.php/prmID/27
Financial Aid:
www.jchs.edu/page.php/prmID/28
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Statistics:
standards:
retention / graduation:
| Applied | 572 | |
| Admitted | 222 | 39% |
| Enrolled total | 67 | |
| Full Time: | 64 | |
| Part Time | 3 |
| Test | 25th % | 75th % |
| SAT Reading | 433 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 433 | 540 |
| SAT Writing | 423 | 528 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 21 |
| ACT English | 0 | 0 |
| ACT Math | 0 | 0 |
| ACT Writing | 0 | 0 |
| Retention rate | 84% |
| 4-year graduation rate | 0% |
| 6-year graduation rate | 40% |
requirements:
credit:
| Open Admissions Policy | No |
| Secondary School GPA | Required |
| Secondary School Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Secondary School Record | Required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission Test Scores | Required |
| TOEFL | Required |
| Other Tests | Neither required nor recommended |
| AP Credits | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
| Tuition | In-District | In-State | Out-Of-State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Full-Time Undergraduate Tuition | $18,810.00 | $18,810.00 | $18,810.00 |
| Full-Time Undergraduate Required Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Part-Time Undergraduate Cost Per Credit Hour | $545.00 | $545.00 | $545.00 |
| Avg Full Time Graduate Tuition | $10,440.00 | $10,440.00 | $10,440.00 |
| Full Time Graduate Required Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Part-Full Time Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour | $580.00 | $580.00 | $580.00 |
| Expenses | On-Campus |
Off-Campus (without family) |
Off-Campus (with family) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $7,010.00 | $8,040.00 | $5,576.00 |
| Other Expenses | $4,318.00 | $5,576.00 | $5,576.00 |
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $35.00 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $35.00 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200.00 |
| Percent receiving aid | 100% |
| Percent receiving grant aid | 100% |
| Avg amount of grant aid | $10,584.00 |
| Percent receiving student loan aid | 85% |
| Avg amount of student loan aid | $6,615.00 |
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
| Programs and majors | Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | Doctorate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | ||||
| Biomedical Sciences, General | X | |||
| HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS | ||||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | X | |||
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | X | X | ||
| Family Practice Nurse/Nursing | X | |||
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | X | |||
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other | X | |||
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | X | |||
| Nursing Administration | X | |||
| Nursing Education | X | |||
| Nursing Science | X | |||
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | X | |||
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | X | X | ||
| Physical Therapy Technician/Assistant | X | |||
| Physician Assistant | X | X | ||
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other | X | |||
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | X | X | ||
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | X | |||
| MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES | ||||
| Biological and Physical Sciences | X | |||
| PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES | ||||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | X | |||
| PSYCHOLOGY | ||||
| Health/Medical Psychology | X | |||
Scholarships for Students in Virginia
| Name | Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Leo Bourassa Scholarship | $2500 | May 31, 2012 |
| Intel PhD Fellowship Program | Varies | Varies |
| Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Internship | Varies | Varies |
| Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship | Varies | June 30, 2012 |
| Virginia Sheriffs' Institute Scholarship | Varies | May 01, 2013 |
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Schools Near Jefferson College of Health Sciences
| Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Virginia Western Community College | 2.6mi |
| Skyline College-Roanoke | 3.8mi |
| ITT Technical Institute–Salem | 4.7mi |
| National College-Salem | 5.1mi |
| Hollins University | 5.9mi |
| Roanoke College | 6.8mi |
| Ferrum College | 24.1mi |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | 26.2mi |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 26.6mi |
| Radford University | 34.6mi |
| Patrick Henry Community College | 36.7mi |
| Dabney S Lancaster Community College | 38.1mi |
| Miller-Motte Technical College-Lynchburg | 40.0mi |
| Central Virginia Community College | 42.1mi |
| Liberty University | 42.6mi |
