Vincennes University
Vincennes University (VU) is located in Vincennes, Indiana. This university was established all the way back in 1801. This makes it the oldest institution of higher learning in the state of Indiana and the northwest territory. This is a publicly-funded four-year university that serves over 18,000 students. With its long history, this is a school that has a very rich environment for students to take part in. There are several academic and career-focused programs at this university. All students will receive a thorough education that is held to the highest standards.
VU has a renowned nursing program that has been producing the best nurses for many years. Students will have several programs available to them. There is the practical nursing program, the associate of science in nursing (ASN) program, and the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program. The school also offers an ASN completion option for LPN's. All nursing programs are going to give students a varied education that will focus on both basic skills and nursing philosophy. VU also has a state of the art simulation laboratory that helps nurses to find the best possible success. All of the nursing programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Professional Licensing Agency of the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleRemote Town |
| Number of Students18,914 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio17:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate52% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 79 |
| Bachelor's degree | 3 | 65 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 38 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 124 miles radius of Vincennes University
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Vincennes University - Jasper Center
40 miles away |
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University of Southern Indiana
51 miles away |
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Indiana State University
54 miles away |
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Eastern Illinois University
65 miles away |
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Indiana University-Southeast
95 miles away |
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University of Louisville
101 miles away |
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Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
104 miles away |
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John A Logan Community College - Alongi Center
104 miles away |
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Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
114 miles away |
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Purdue University-Main Campus
124 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1958 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 12/01/1966 - Current |
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 10/01/2009 - Current |
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Nursing (PNUR) - Practical nursing programs ACEN 12/01/1973 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
| Undergrads | $20 |
| Graduates | -- |
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 | $176/credit | |
| In State Students | $176/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $437/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
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 | $7,920 | $7,920 | $19,665 |
| ADN | 70 | $12,320 | $12,320 | $30,590 |
| BSN | 125 | $22,000 | $22,000 | $54,625 |
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, 90% of Vincennes 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 | 56% | $4,220 |
| Other Federal Grant | 8% | $721 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 39% | $3,735 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 26% | $4,371 |
| Federal Student Loans | 62% | $7,418 |
| Private Loans | 1% | $8,309 |
$10,089
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$9,000 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$10,475 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$13,127 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$14,694 |
| Over $110,000$15,465 |
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Student Population
18,914
Undergrads
0
Graduates
8,469
Women
10,445
Men
28%
Full-time
72%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
69% |
|
Black/African American |
10% |
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Hispanic |
9% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
8% |
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Asian |
2% |
|
Two or more races |
1% |
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Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Indiana state board of nursing.
