Seton Hall University
Seton Hall University was founded in 1856 in South Orange, New Jersey. It is a private institution with both undergraduate and graduate-level programs. Seton Hall University is a Roman Catholic university that consists of 11 different colleges and schools. The university has received several awards and recognitions, including ranking as one of the top five private universities for undergraduate internships. The main campus is on 58 acres of land and houses 9 of the 11 schools and colleges. Several of the main administrative buildings were built in the 19th century after the college moved from its original location in Madison to South Orange.
The Seton Hall University College of Nursing was founded in 1937. The school offers seven different nursing programs. The prelicensure nursing programs include the standard BSN program, along with accelerated BSN and RN to BSN programs. The traditional BSN program is a four-year program that includes hands-on learning and clinical practice at simulation labs and local clinics. The graduate programs include MSN, accelerated MSN, DNP, and PhD options. All programs are accredited by the CCNE. The baccalaureate programs and master’s program are also accredited by the ACEN. The nursing college was ranked as one of the top 100 graduate nursing programs in the country.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students9,801 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio14:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate85% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 0 | 5 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Middle States Commission on Higher Education 01/01/1932 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 04/01/1982 - 12/31/2006 |
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 12/01/1960 - 12/31/2006 |
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Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 10/07/2014 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/12/1999 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/12/1999 - Current |
Admission
73%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1140 to 1280 |
| ACT | 24 to 28 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $55 |
| Graduates | $75 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $1,170/credit | |
| In State Students | $1,170/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,170/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $1,212/credit | |
| In State Students | $1,212/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,212/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $52,650 | $52,650 | $52,650 |
| ADN | 70 | $81,900 | $81,900 | $81,900 |
| BSN | 125 | $146,250 | $146,250 | $146,250 |
| FNP | 50 | $60,600 | $60,600 | $60,600 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 100% of Seton Hall University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 28% | $4,776 |
| Other Federal Grant | 5% | $6,464 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 21% | $10,518 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 99% | $20,805 |
| Federal Student Loans | 53% | $5,469 |
| Private Loans | 16% | $19,274 |
$28,700
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$19,010 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$20,278 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$27,238 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$31,474 |
| Over $110,000$34,012 |
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Student Population
5,969
Undergrads
3,832
Graduates
5,489
Women
4,312
Men
74%
Full-time
26%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
49% |
|
Hispanic |
15% |
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Black/African American |
10% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
9% |
|
Asian |
9% |
|
Non-resident alien |
5% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and New Jersey state board of nursing.
