Holy Family University (Accelerated Nursing (RN-BSN))

Accelerated RN-BSN Program at Holy Family University

Holy Family University, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a Roman Catholic liberal arts university founded in 1954 by the Congregation of the Sisters of Nazareth. Holy Family University has 4 academic schools: Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Education, and Nursing and Allied Health Professions. The university's current student population across the schools totals about 3,100 undergraduates and graduates.

"US News and World Report Best Colleges" ranks Holy Family University 112 among top regional universities (North) and 390 among the nation's top graduate nursing program. In addition, Holy Family nursing students' first-time pass rate of 93.62% on the NCLEX-RN ranks higher than the national average.

Holy Family's graduate nursing programs are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Accelerated BSN Overview

The undergraduate program in nursing at Holy Family University is designed to meet global healthcare needs, prepare students to practice as nurse generalists, and provide a foundation for graduate study in nursing. The nursing program is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, Collegiate Commission on Nursing Education (CCNE), and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Offered through Holy Family University's Division of Extended Learning, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing accelerated degree (BSN) is a part-time program for working adults with associate degrees in nursing, or diploma-prepared registered nurses interested in completing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. The program is recognized locally for its affordability, accessibility, and convenience. Flexible scheduling includes classes that meet once a week, in the evenings, afternoon, Saturday, or online, for 5 weeks.

The RN-BSN curriculum emphasizes development of management and leadership skills, culture-sensitive health care, individual and family assessment skills, and research in nursing practice. Courses reflect current theories and practices that impact the world of nursing in today's society. Students work with qualified preceptors under the supervision and guidance of Holy Family University nursing faculty members. Clinical hours are established at a mutually beneficial time to support the needs of adult learners while fulfilling course objectives. A current RN license is a prerequisite for enrollment in clinical courses.

Transfer Policy and Admission

A total of 84 credits from university or hospital based nursing education programs may be transferred into the program without transfer fees, including 39 credits awarded for a current nursing license. All prior learning is validated through individual conference and evaluation. Students transferring in the maximum amount of credits may be able to complete the program in as little as 15 months.

In addition to the completed application, fee, and official transcripts from all universities attended, each applicant must submit a copy of their nursing license, 2 letters of reference, and a writing sample.

BSN Curriculum of Study

The program comprises 45 general education requirements, 39 concentration credits, and the 39-credit nursing license. Students take required general education courses in English, humanities, general psychology, business statistics, and electives in social science, philosophy, natural science, religious studies and cross-cultural studies.

Concentration requirements for the BSN are "Anatomy and Physiology I and II," "Microbiology," "Nursing-Family Assessment," "Psychology of Human Development," "Nursing-Culture and Healthcare," "Nursing-Research in Nursing Practice," "Nursing-Leadership in Nursing Practice," "Nursing-Contemporary Issues in Nursing," "Nursing-Quality and Patient Safety," and "Nursing-Community Health I and II."

The program's clinical component comprises 2 practica focused on community-based healthcare, where the development and implementation of aggregate-based assessment and intervention strategies are studied and applied to real-world environments. Students also complete comprehensive exams.

Small Classes, Dedicated Faculty

The student-faculty member ratio at Holy Family University is 12:1, and the school has 73.2 % of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions employs 20 fulltime nursing faculty members, all of whom bring real world clinical experience to the classroom.

Professor of Nursing Boas Yu recently presented "The Effect of Meditation on Power and Well-Being" at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference and "Transforming Leadership to Achieve a Culture of Oneness" at the Sigma Theta Tau International Leadership Forum.

Tuition and Financial Assistance

More than 85% of Holy Family University undergraduates receive financial aid in some form. Financial aid is available in the form of federal and state loans, institutional grants and scholarships, merit awards, student employment, and other private sources. Students seeking financial aid are encouraged to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) when applying for admission.

Campus and Surroundings

Holy Family University's main campus is situated on 46 acres in the Torresdale section of northeast Philadelphia. Satellite campuses are located in the southeastern Pennsylvania towns of Bensalem and Newtown. The university also holds some classes in Quakertown, about 1 hour north of Philadelphia, at the Spring Marriott Spring Hills Suites.

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• Acceptance Rate
• Applied1,270
• Accepted896
• Acceptance Rate70%
• Enrolled2,122
• Female Applicants954
• Females Accepted671
• Female Acceptance Rate70%
• Male Applicants316
• Males Accepted225
• Male Acceptance Rate71%
• Applying
• Application Fee$25
• Required for All Essay or personal statement
  Transcript of high school record
  Letter(s) of recommendation
  Minimum high school GPA of 2
  
• Required for Some
• Average high school GPA for first-year freshman2.98
• Application Deadlines
• Type Application Closing Notification Date Rolling Admissions
• Fall freshmen Yes
• Out-of-state Fall freshmen Yes
• Early decision plan Not Reported
• Other early decision plan Not Reported
• Transfer Yes
• Test Scores Accepted
• Test Average School Accepted 25th Percentile* 75th Percentile*
• SAT Critical Reading 497 430 510
• SAT Math 514 420 500
• SAT Writing 489 420 500
• ACT Composite
• * 25th and 75th percentile is the score that 25/75 percent of students score at or below.

• Tuition
• In-state tuition *$23,900
• Out-of-state tuition *$23,900
• In-district tuitionN/A
• * Tuition costs are based on a full academic year typically extending from September to June.
• Fees
• Full-time student fees$650.00
• Room and board *$11,750.00
• Room only *$6,500.00
• * Room and board charges vary according to board plan selected (i.e., 12-meal plan, 19-meal plan, etc.) and student level (freshman, sophomore, etc.)
• Other Payment Considerations
• Guaranteed tuition plan offeredNo
• Tuition pre-payment planNo
• Tuition payment plans offeredDeferred paymentsDeferred payments and Installments
• Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuitionEmployees or children of employees, Senior Citizens

• Gender
• Total Undergraduate Students2,122
• Male Student Percentage27%
• Female Student Percentage73%
• Ethnicity
• Hispanic/Latino6.41%
• Black or African American7.21%
• White or Caucasian64.14%
• American Indian or Alaska Native.14%
• Asian4.34%
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.09%
• Two or more races%
• Unknown17.15%
• Other Student Statistics
• International Breakout.52% representing 10 other countries
• Out-of-state Students17% out-of-state student

• Housing
• College-owned housing available Yes
• Housing Requirements Not Reported
• Housing options Coed housing , Special housing for disabled, Cooperative housing
• Percentage of undergraduate students who live in college-owned housing 15%
• Student Activities
• Student-run campus newspaper Yes
• Drama / theater group Yes
• Student-run radio station No
• Student-run television station Yes
• Marching band No
• Choral groups Yes
• Student Services
• Legal services No
• Health clinic Yes
• Personal / psychological counseling Yes
• Women's center No
• Student Organizations
• Greek fraternities No
• Greek sororities No
• Local fraternities No
• Local sororities No
• Other organizations Yes
• Most popular organizations Students at Your Service (S.A.Y.S.), student government, Campus Ministry Team, Habitat for Humanity, Tri-lite
• Campus Security and Safety
• 24-hour emergency telephone / alarm services Yes
• 24-hour patrols by trained officers Yes
• Students patrols Not Reported
• Late-night transport / escort services Yes
• Electronically-operated dormitory entrances Yes
• Other video surveillance

• Men's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Basketball Yes Division 2 Yes
• Cheerleading No No No
• Cross-country running No Division 2 Yes
• Football Yes No No
• Golf No Division 2 Yes
• Lacrosse No No No
• Rugy No Division C No
• Skiing No Division C No
• Soccer No Division C Yes
• Softball No No No
• Swimming No Division C No
• Tennis No No No
• Track No Division 2 Yes
• Volleyball Yes No No
• Women's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Basketball Yes Division 2 Yes
• Cheerleading No Division C No
• Cross-country running No Division 2 Yes
• Football No No No
• Golf No No No
• Lacrosse No Division 2 Yes
• Rugy No No No
• Skiing No Division C No
• Soccer No Division C Yes
• Softball No Division 2 Yes
• Swimming No Division C No
• Tennis No Division 2 Yes
• Track No Division 2 Yes
• Volleyball Yes Division 2 Yes

• Faculty Breakout
• Total Faculty370
• Full-time Percentage25%
• Part-time Percentage75%
• Female Percentage54%
• Male Percentage46%
• Student:Faculty Ratio12:1 or 2,197 students to 186 faculty