Jefferson College of Health Sciences
http://www.jchs.edu920 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, Virginia 24016
(888) 985-8483
Jefferson College of Health Sciences prepares, within a scholarly environment, ethical, knowledgeable, competent, and caring healthcare professionals. We believe that excellence in education encompasses and promotes: Broad-based interdisciplinary learning; Diversity of person and thought; Personal and professional integrity; Commitment to life-long learning; Advancement of knowledge through scholarship; Holistic development of the individual; Participation in the local and global community.
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| Institution Type | 4-year, primarily associate's, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Less than one year certificate Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Jefferson College of Health Sciences, 94.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 93.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $8,692), and 63% receive loans ($8,329 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,010. Off campus it is around $8,440. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Jefferson College of Health Sciences is $18,503 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 528 people applied to Jefferson College of Health Sciences. Of the applicants, 44.0% were admitted (38.0% male & 46.0% female ) and 39.0% accepted (51.0% male and 37.0% female) Of the 893 undergraduate students at Jefferson College of Health Sciences, 30.0% are part-time. A majority (50.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 9.0% of the 148 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 96.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 71.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 60.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 62.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 58.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | Dec 1 |
| Admissions Office Phone | 888-985-8483 |
| Admissions Office Email | webmaster@jchs.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | Jefferson College of Health Sciences 101 Elm Ave., SE Roanoke, VA 24013 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.jchs.edu/page.php/prmID/299 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.jchs.edu/page.php/prmID/27 (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.jchs.edu/page.php/prmID/495 |
| Application Fee | $35 |
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In order to be accepted to Jefferson College of Health Sciences, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 423 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 518 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 430 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 528 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 420 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 518 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 17 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 22 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 12 | ||||
| Biomedical Sciences, General | 12 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 150 | 72 | 10 | ||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 0 | ||||
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other | |||||
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | 24 | 0 | |||
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 14 | ||||
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other | 0 | ||||
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | 0 | ||||
| Nursing Science (MS, PhD) | 10 | ||||
| Nursing, Other | 58 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 66 | 0 | |||
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | 19 | ||||
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | 0 | 0 | |||
| Physical Therapist Assistant | 28 | ||||
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 0 | |||
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 13 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 2 | ||||
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 0 | ||||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | 0 | ||||
| Psychology | 0 | ||||
| Health/Medical Psychology | 0 | ||||
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