Blessing Rieman College Of Nursing

Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing, a four-year college of nursing education, is located in Quincy, Illinois. The college name is abbreviated as BRCN. The institute, which started in 1891 as a training school of the Blessing Hospital, now offers bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing. The postgraduate course is a part-time. Hands-on training and clinical experiences are offered to students at the Blessing Hospital. Academic programs in nursing administration and nursing education are available at the college.

There are a number of student associations and organizations at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing. The college supports Greek organizations such as Sigma Theta Tau-Pi Pi Chapter and there is also the Student Nurse Organization and the Alumni Association. Financial assistance is provided to students at BRCN. Deserving candidates can apply for various loans and grants.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• High female/male ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 219 in 2007-2008 (189 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 96% of enrolled students and graduate students are 4%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Blessing Rieman College Of Nursing participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

Blessing Rieman College Of Nursing provides on-campus housing for 16 of its 189 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).