Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing & Health Sciences
3609 North Marx Drive
Quincy, IL 62305
Quincy, IL 62305
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https://www.brcn.edu/| Feature | Note |
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| Main telephone | 217-228-5520 |
| Feature | Note |
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| Public or private | Private |
| Type of school | 4-year college |
| Date founded | 1985 |
| Degrees offered | Bachelor's, Master's |
| School accreditation | North Central Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Setting | Small town-rural area (not within commuting distance of a large city) |
| Campus size | 1 acre |
| County | Adams |
| Feature | Note |
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| Number of full time, undergraduate men | 13 |
| Number of full time, undergraduate women | 121 |
| Total number of full time undergraduates | 134 |
| Number of part time, undergraduate men | 5 |
| Number of part time, undergraduate women | 32 |
| Total number of part time undergraduates | 37 |
| Total number of undergraduate males | 18 |
| Total number of undergraduate females | 153 |
| Total number of undergraduate students | 171 |
| Number of male graduate students | 1 |
| Number of female graduate students | 14 |
| Total number of graduate students | 15 |
| Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 19 |
| Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students | 167 |
| Total enrollment | 186 |
| Asian | 2% |
| Black | 2% |
| White | 94% |
| These figures reflect responses of people who chose to indicate their racial-ethnic background. All categories except Hispanic represent non-Hispanic students. International students are not included in these figures so they may not add up to 100 percent. | |
| Percentage of students from out of state | 30% |
| Number of states and territories represented | 10 |
| Percentage of students 25 or older | 33% |
| Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Tuition year | 2023-2024 |
| In-state tuition | $28,986 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,986 |
| Fees | $750 |
| Room and board (live on campus)* | $12,400 |
| * Room and board costs may vary by housing facility and number of meals in meal plan | |
| Undergraduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2023-2024 academic year.) |
| Feature | Note |
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| Financial aid contact person | Erin McHargue |
| Financial aid contact title | Financial Aid Coordinator |
| Financial aid contact e-mail | |
| Financial aid phone | 217-228-5520 |
| Financial aid office website | Find more information on this website |
| Loans | |
| Federal PLUS loans (for parents) | Yes |
| Federal Direct Stafford loans (subsidized) | Yes |
| Federal Direct Stafford loans (unsubsidized) | Yes |
| Institution loans (from the school) | Yes |
| Need-based scholarships and grants | |
| Federal Pell Grants | Yes |
| Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Yes |
| Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
| State-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
| Feature | Note |
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| Admissions contact person | Heather Mutter |
| Admissions contact title | Admissions Counselor |
| Admissions contact e-mail | |
| Admissions phone (local) | 800-877-9140 Ext 9140 |
| Electronic application website | Find more information on this website |
| For incoming students | Moderately difficult (about 85% of all applicants accepted) |
| Number of male applicants | 30 |
| Number of male applicants accepted | 18 |
| Number of female applicants | 516 |
| Number of female applicants accepted | 344 |
| Total number of applicants | 546 |
| Total number of applicants accepted | 362 |
| High school education | High school diploma required and GED accepted. |
| Fall* application deadline | Continuous |
| Fall transfer application deadline | Continuous |
| * Application dates for winter, spring, or summer term admission are likely to be different. | |
| Online application available | Find more information on this website |
| Submit these items: | |
| High school GPA (minimum) | 3.0 |
| High school GPA | Required for all students |
| High school transcript or GED certificate | Required for all students |
| Interview | Recommended, but not required |
| Written essay or personal statement | Recommended, but not required |
| Required exams | SAT or ACT |
| High school GPA | Very important |
| Difficulty of high school courses | Not considered |
| Standardized test scores | Not considered |
| High school class rank | Very important |
| Recommendations | Considered |
| Application essay | Not considered |
| Character/personal qualities | Considered |
| Interview | Not considered |
| Talent or ability | Not considered |
| Extracurricular activities | Not considered |
| Level of applicant's interest | Considered |
| Religious affiliation/commitment | Not considered |
| Work experience | Not considered |
| Related to a school graduate | Considered |
| First generation college student | Not considered |
| Racial/ethnic group | Not considered |
| Accepted students can defer admission for a period of time | Yes |
| College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject | Yes |
| ACT score | |
| 18 - 23 | 51% |
| 24 - 29 | 49% |
| Average ACT score | 21 |
| Average GPA (on 4.0 scale) | 3.29 |
| Percentage of full-time students who complete their bachelor's degree: | |
| In four years or less | 31% |
| Between four and five years | 4% |
| Feature | Note |
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| Bachelor's | Yes |
| Master's | Yes |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Number of faculty on campus | 5 |
| Student faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Required number of credits for a bachelor's degree | 124 semester hours |
| All students must meet: | |
| Computer course requirements | Yes |
| Core curriculum or school-wide requirements | Yes |
| Math or science requirement | Yes |
| Senior project requirement | For all students |
| Evenings | Yes |
| On-line/distance learning | Yes |
| Part time | Yes |
| Summer school | Yes |
| Double major | Yes |
| Honors program | Yes |
| Advanced Placement | Yes |
| Internships | Yes |
| Computers on campus for student use | Yes (28) |
| Computer lab available to students | Yes |
| Main library name | Blessing Health Professions Library |
| Feature | Note |
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| Largest clubs and organizations on campus | Student Nurses Organization, Student Health Sciences Organization |
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| Remedial education courses | Yes |
| Health clinic | Yes |
| Psychological counseling | Yes |
| Orientation | Yes |
| Child daycare available on campus | Yes |
| Campus patrolled by trained security personnel | Yes |
| Late night transport service | Yes |
| Feature | Note |
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| Had a full-time job offer within six months of graduation | 100% |
| Was counseled by the career services office | 15% |
| Alumni networking and mentoring | Yes |
| Career counseling | Yes |
| Career library | Yes |
| Job bank | Yes |
| Job fairs | Yes |
| Job interviews | Yes |
| On campus recruitment by employers | Yes |
| Placement assistance | Yes |
| Feature | Note |
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| Grad admissions contact person | Debbie Giesing |
| Grad admissions contact title | Admissions Coordinator |
| Grad admissions contact e-mail address | |
| Grad admissions contact phone (local) | 800-877-9140 Ext 9140 |
| Number of full time, male graduate students | 0 |
| Number of full time, female graduate students | 0 |
| Total number of full time graduate students | 0 |
| Number of part time, male graduate students | 1 |
| Number of part time, female graduate students | 14 |
| Total number of part time graduate students | 15 |
| Total number of male graduate students | 1 |
| Total number of female graduate students | 14 |
| Total number of graduate students | 15 |
| Number of undergraduate men | 18 |
| Number of undergraduate women | 153 |
| Total number of undergraduate students | 171 |
| Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 19 |
| Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students | 167 |
| Total enrollment | 186 |