Baptist Memorial College Of Health Sciences
Location and Contact Information
1003 Monroe AveMemphis, TN 38104
USA
Main Tel: (901) 572-2468
Web Site
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Overview
Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences is a coeducational, private, undergraduate health care college located in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded in 1912 in partnership with the Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation, the school offers bachelor's degree programs in various disciplines, including radiation therapy, respiratory care, diagnostic medical sonography, and nursing.
The academic divisions of Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences are:
- Division of Allied Health
- Division of General Studies
- Division of Nursing
Available student clubs and organizations include the Nursing Honor Society, the Allied Health Student Association, Brothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC), the Student Government Association, the Student Activity CORPS, and SWAT (SGA Health & Wellness Team).
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Baptist religious affiliation.
- Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine.
- High female/male ratio.
- Selective admissions.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Large number of students.
- High faculty salary.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
School characteristics:
- The school is private, not-for-profit.
- Academic calender: Trimester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Campus housing is available.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Baptist Memorial:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercy College of Northwest Ohio | Toledo, OH | 921 |
| 2 | Allen College | Waterloo, IA | 417 |
| 3 | Kettering College of Medical Arts | Kettering, OH | 813 |
| 4 | Bellin College | Green Bay, WI | 294 |
| 5 | Lawrence Memorial Hospital School of Nursing | Medford, MA | 321 |
| 6 | Jefferson College of Health Sciences | Roanoke, VA | 995 |
| 7 | Cox College | Springfield, MO | 427 |
| 8 | Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing | Peoria, IL | 452 |
| 9 | Mount Carmel College of Nursing | Columbus, OH | 731 |
| 10 | MGH Institute of Health Professions | Boston, MA | 835 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | 166 | 7 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 58 |
Students
Student enrollment was 929 in 2009-2010 (876 full-time equivalent).
About 11% of the freshmen class in 2009-2010 was male and women were 89% of the class.
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 47% of the student body. About 8% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Admissions Summary (2009-2010)
Applicants Admitted Men 32% Women 41% All 40%
Room and Board
Baptist Memorial provides on-campus housing for 100 of its 876 (full-time) students (as of 2009-2010).
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Bachelor.
Graduate offerings include continuing professional education.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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