Weber State University
Weber State University is located in Ogden, Utah. This public university was established way back in 1889. It transitioned from being a junior college to a state college over time and attained university status in 1991. There are more than 100 undergraduate majors at this school that can lead to associate’s degrees or bachelor’s degrees. In total, there are 225 certificate and degree programs at this university. Students will be able to earn 14 different graduate degrees as well. Weber State University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The Weber State University Nursing program is among the most popular programs at the school. Students can enjoy the traditional associate’s degree in nursing program at this school and there is a practical nursing-to-RN option as well. Students will be able to earn bachelor’s degrees in nursing at the school as well as master’s degrees in nursing. The school of nursing is completely accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Number of Students27,949 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio21:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate65% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 48 | 304 |
| Bachelor's degree | 51 | 290 |
| Master's degree | 3 | 26 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 0 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 273 miles radius of Weber State University
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University of Utah
30 miles away |
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Utah State University
38 miles away |
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Utah Valley University
64 miles away |
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Idaho State University
118 miles away |
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Snow College
128 miles away |
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Great Basin College
200 miles away |
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Colorado Mesa University
231 miles away |
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Southern Utah University
250 miles away |
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Colorado Mountain College
268 miles away |
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Boise State University
273 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
|
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities 04/01/1932 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 12/01/1966 - Current |
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Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 10/01/2009 - Current |
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 10/01/1990 - Current |
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Nursing (PNUR) - Practical nursing programs ACEN 12/01/1974 - 05/31/2012 |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
| Undergrads | $30 |
| Graduates | $60 |
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 | $199/credit | |
| In State Students | $199/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $597/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $397/credit | |
| In State Students | $397/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $836/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 | $8,955 | $8,955 | $26,865 |
| ADN | 70 | $13,930 | $13,930 | $41,790 |
| BSN | 125 | $24,875 | $24,875 | $74,625 |
| FNP | 50 | $19,850 | $19,850 | $41,800 |
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, 86% of Weber State 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 | 36% | $3,904 |
| Other Federal Grant | 4% | $856 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 3% | $1,010 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 59% | $3,467 |
| Federal Student Loans | 25% | $4,602 |
| Private Loans | 1% | $7,544 |
$11,098
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$10,197 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$10,968 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$12,574 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$14,585 |
| Over $110,000$14,985 |
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Student Population
27,111
Undergrads
838
Graduates
15,212
Women
12,737
Men
42%
Full-time
58%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
|
White |
75% |
|
Hispanic |
11% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
6% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Asian |
2% |
|
Black/African American |
1% |
|
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 Utah state board of nursing.
