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Sentara College of Health Sciences

1441 Crossways Blvd, Suite 105, Chesapeake, VA 23320

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Overview

OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03106500
Director: Shelly Cohen
Fax: (757) 388-2905
Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
Calendar System: Differs by Program
Highest Degree: Bachelor's
Local Area: Large Suburb
Student Enrollment: 360

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About

Sentara College of Health Sciences, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, began operations in 1892 as a nurse training facility taught by physicians. Over the years, the school has moved beyond its initial offering, expanding to offer more healthcare related programs. Currently the school has a 40 member faculty servicing approximately 550 students a year. Sentara College of Health Sciences is owned and operated by the Sentara Norfolk Hospital.

Academics

Sentara College of Health Sciences offers multiple programs in the area of healthcare to prepare individuals for careers in growing and high demand fields. The school offers bachelor's programs for nursing, as well as a variety of associate programs and educational courses.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

The various programs offered at Sentara College of Health Sciences have varying admissions requirements. Students interested in attending should check online to see when applications must be submitted by and what requirements are necessary for entry into the program of choice. Financial aid is available to students enrolled in specific programs. To determine eligibility students should contact the financial aid office. Payment plans for tuition costs are also available.

Student Services Offered

Remedial Services
Academic or Career Counseling Services
Employment Services
Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning

Website:

www.sentara.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Accreditation

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools

Facilities and Programs Offered

Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

Other Nearby Campus Locations

Suffolk Public Schools - Sentara Obici Hospital School of Practical Nursing

Suffolk, VA 23434

19 Miles Away

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Sentara College of Health Sciences directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Health and Clinical Professions

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Cardiovascular Technology Degree	6	16	-
Nursing Degree	135	-	-
Surgical Technology Degree	25	-	-

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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Sentara College of Health Sciences accepts.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.sentara.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Sentara College of Health Sciences admissions office phone number is (757) 388-2666. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Admissions Links

Admissions: www.sentara.edu

Application Fees

Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00

College Credits Accepted

AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

None Available

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

Total Student Enrollment: 360

- Undergraduate: 360

Student Gender

Total Student Gender

- Male: 38

- Female: 372

- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.1 : 1

Undergraduate Gender

- Male: 38

- Female: 372

- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.1 : 1

Student Attendance

Total Student Attendance

- Full-Time: 410

- Part-Time: 0

Undergraduate Attendance

- Full-Time: 410

- Part-Time: 0

Student Race Breakdown

	Number	Percent
Non-Resident Alien	-	-
American Indian	-	-
Black	51	14%
Asian	29	8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	16	4%
Hispanic	13	4%
White	233	65%
Unknown	15	4%

Student Age Breakdown

	Number	Percent
Ages 18-19	3	0.7%
Ages 20-21	49	12%
Ages 22-24	124	30%
Ages 25-29	88	21%
Ages 30-34	53	13%
Ages 35-39	42	10%
Ages 40-49	41	10%
Ages 50-65	9	2%
Age Unknown	1	0.2%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Overall Graduation Rates

	(%) of Entering Class
All Students	72%

Graduation Rates By Gender

	(%) of Entering Class
Male	92%
Female	70%

Graduation Rates By Race

	(%) of Entering Class
American Indian	100%
Black	73%
Asian	54%
Hispanic	100%
White	83%
Unknown	30%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees for the Largest Programs Offered

The table below details the programs offered with the highest student enrollment. The details include tuition, fees, contact/credit hours, and the average time it takes for students to complete each program.

	Tuition and Fees	Avg Program Completion
Nursing $79 Credit Hours	$26,657	29 Months
Cardiovascular Technology 60 Credit Hours	$19,759	18 Months
Surgical Technology 39 Credit Hours	$13,014	12 Months

Net Price Calculator

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Sentara College of Health Sciences, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.sentara.edu

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Sentara College of Health Sciences financial aid office phone number is (757) 388-3015. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

	2009	2008	2007
Default Rate (%)	2.6%	1.1%	0.7%
Number in Default	4	2	1
Number in Repayment	152	169	129

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

	2010-11	2009-10	2008-09
Nearby Public Area
Vehicle Theft	1	-	-

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

	Total	Full-Time	Part-Time
Total Employees	56	46	10
Faculty Status	35	30	5
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service	28	23	5
Primarily Instruction	28	23	5
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial	7	7	-
Other Professionals	13	10	3
Technical and/or Paraprofessional	8	6	2
Clerical And Secretarial	7	6	1
Service and/or Maintenance	1	-	1

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

	Total	Male	Female
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty	$69,794 (16)	- (-)	$69,794 (16)
Associate Professor	$75,991 (8)	- (-)	$75,991 (8)
Assistant Professor	$63,598 (8)	- (-)	$63,598 (8)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty	$60,071 (7)	$46,000 (1)	$62,417 (6)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty	$63,511 (23)	$37,637 (1)	$64,687 (22)
Associate Professor	$75,991 (8)	- (-)	$75,991 (8)
Assistant Professor	$63,598 (8)	- (-)	$63,598 (8)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.