Vernon College
Vernon College is located in Vernon, Texas. Vernon was established back in 1972 and was originally known as Vernon Regional Junior College before ultimately changing to its current name. Students have several associate’s degree and certificate options to pick from at Vernon. There are even many continuing education courses. Students will be able to transfer their college credits from Vernon over to four-year universities as well so it is a good option for those who wish to move on to pursue bachelor’s degrees. Vernon offers students many opportunities and even hosts the Red River Valley Museum on its main campus. Vernon college has been accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The Vernon College nursing program gives students the chance to become licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) or registered nurses (RNs). The school also offers an LVN-to-RN track for current LVNs who qualify. Students of this nursing program will be able to learn in a classroom environment while also enjoying many clinical experiences at local hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and various other healthcare facilities. The nursing programs at Vernon College are accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleFringe Rural |
| Number of Students3,005 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio16:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate63% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 17 | 72 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 15 | 100 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
|
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1974 - 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 | $100/credit | |
| In State Students | $145/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $250/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 | $4,500 | $6,525 | $11,250 |
| ADN | 70 | $7,000 | $10,150 | $17,500 |
| BSN | 125 | $12,500 | $18,125 | $31,250 |
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, 92% of Vernon 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 | 59% | $4,951 |
| Other Federal Grant | 7% | $2,285 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 35% | $2,169 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 23% | $3,771 |
| Federal Student Loans | 46% | $4,950 |
| Private Loans | -- | $4,500 |
$5,818
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$4,733 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$4,886 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$8,286 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$9,435 |
| Over $110,000$10,697 |
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Student Population
3,005
Undergrads
0
Graduates
1,955
Women
1,050
Men
35%
Full-time
65%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
|
White |
61% |
|
Hispanic |
24% |
|
Black/African American |
8% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Asian |
2% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Texas state board of nursing.
