Practical Nursing - Admissions, Tuition & Fees

Admission Requirements

To apply and be considered for the Practical Nursing Program you must:

1. Complete and submit an application with $50 non-refundable fee.

Make all checks payable to St. Joseph Hospital.

2. Provide three personal evaluations using the forms provided

3. Submit an official High School or GED transcript.

Applicants graduating from a non-US high school may need to have their transcript translated by the Center for Educational Documentation in Boston, MA Tel: 617-338-7171). This may be obtained from the Center for Educational Documentation at their web site www.cedevaluations.com or by contacting them at the address and phone number below:

Center for Educational Documentation Inc. P.O. Box 170116 Boston MA 02117 Tel: 617-338-7171 FAX: 617-338-7101 E-mail: info@cedevaluations.com Website: www.cedevaluations.com

4. Take and pass the TEAS® (Version V) pre-entrance exam.

You must register and pay to take the TEAS® (Version V) pre-entrance exam online through www.atitesting.com. ATI will submit your registration information to the school. Only pre-registered applicants will be allowed to take the exam on scheduled dates.

For the PN Nashua program please choose the institution "St Joseph SON Nashua NH PN."

For the PN Keene program please choose the institution "St Joseph SON Keene NH PN."

5. All ESL applicants born outside the United States who apply for admission must take and pass The TOEFL ^® Test - Test of English as a Foreign Language™ with a minimum score of 20 in both Speaking and Listening, 17 in Writing, 16 in Reading, and 73 overall. All test scores must be submitted to the Director, Academic Affairs, St. Joseph School of Nursing. The School of Nursing TOEFL code number is 1677. Applicants with scores below the minimum required may be referred to other academic institutions for evaluation of language skills proficiency and follow up recommendations.

Only upon receipt of all of the above required documents will your file be reviewed. If approved, you will be contacted to schedule an information exchange interview. Additional requirements will include:

1. Proof of US citizenship or legal US residency (birth certificate, passport, Alien Registration Card)

2. Medical and immunization forms completed by your physician stating no medical restrictions.

3. A Criminal History Background Check ($25) showing no felony convictions.

4. Official transcript from accredited college(s) if you are seeking credit approval for the following courses completed within the past five (5) years: English Composition, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Life Span Development, Psychology. Please review information regarding transfer of college credits below.

5. Submission of a $100 non-refundable tuition deposit

At the time of your interview you will also have the opportunity to meet with the Financial Aid Coordinator. If you have any questions regarding the application process please call the Admissions Office at (603) 595-5300 ext. 68002.

TRANSFER OF COLLEGE CREDITS

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for admission one must also possess good physical and mental health and have the ability to see, hear, touch, smell and distinguish colors; have oral and writing ability with accuracy, clarity and efficiency; possess manual dexterity, gross and fine movements; have the ability to learn, think critically, analyze, assess, solve problems, and reach judgment; possess emotional stability and ability to accept responsibility and accountability.

TUITION & FEES

NASHUA - begins in September 2012

KEENE AREA - begins in May 2012

2012-2014 Curriculum & Expenses

2012-2013 Curriculum & Expenses

Keene applicants must test by the last test date in April. All applications for the Keene Area practical nursing program beginning in May must be submitted by the last test date in April.

PRE-ENTRANCE EXAM

TEAS V® Exam Dates - 2012 Online Exams

Please remember to bring your photo ID to the pre-entrance exam.

APPLICATION & PERSONAL EVALUATION FORMS

Please note: All forms must be printed on white standard letter size paper (8.5" x 11"). No other forms of paper will be acceptable. Thank you.

PN PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM

PN PROGRAM PERSONAL EVALUATION FORM

Ethical Policy

The St. Joseph School of Nursing, in compliance with all state and federal laws, endorses the principle of equal educational and employment opportunities for all people regardless of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status or disability in its educational programs, scholarship policies and other activities it operates.