Galveston College
Galveston College (GC) is located in Galveston, Texas. GC was established in 1967 and it now serves around 2400 students. Students can pursue several types of associate’s degrees and certificates at GC. The school has also become well known for being a provider of workforce development training. Whether students are looking for new career opportunities or to further develop their skills, this school will be able to help. GC is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges.
The GC nursing program is one of the most sought-after programs at GC and many students sign up for these courses each year. Students will be able to enjoy the associate’s degree nursing program, the vocational nursing program, and the special transition to ADN program designed for current LVNs who wish to become RNs. This nursing program will teach students everything they need to know to succeed as professional nurses. Both theory and clinical courses are a part of the curriculum. The nursing program is fully approved by the Texas State Board of Nursing. The associate’s degree in nursing program is also fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Nursing in Education (ACEN).
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleFringe Town |
Number of Students2,208 |
Student to Faculty Ratio16:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus HousingYes |
Retention Rate53% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Associate's degree | 13 | 38 |
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 19 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1969 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 06/01/1978 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost 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 | $72/credit | |
In State Students | $92/credit | |
Out of State Students | $157/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 | $3,240 | $4,140 | $7,065 |
ADN | 70 | $5,040 | $6,440 | $10,990 |
BSN | 125 | $9,000 | $11,500 | $19,625 |
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, 78% of Galveston College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 43% | $4,654 |
Other Federal Grant | 4% | $400 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 18% | $823 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 36% | $1,694 |
Federal Student Loans | 8% | $4,635 |
Private Loans | 1% | $1,800 |
$4,421
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$2,609 |
$30,001 to $48,000$3,139 |
$48,001 to $75,000$4,321 |
$75,001 to $110,000$7,501 |
Over $110,000$8,219 |
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Student Population
2,208
Undergrads
0
Graduates
1,350
Women
858
Men
26%
Full-time
74%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
39% |
Hispanic |
38% |
Black/African American |
16% |
Asian |
3% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
2% |
Two or more races |
2% |
Non-resident alien |
1% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Texas state board of nursing.