Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 010153
- Phone: (607) 431-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
7:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$736Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Helene Fuld College of Nursing (HFCN)
One Hartwick Drive, Oneonta, NY
About
Helene Fuld College of Nursing, located in central Harlem, New York, offers a nursing program for professional nurses looking to build upon their knowledge base and move up the career ladder through the acquisition of an associate degree, turning licensed practical nurses into registered nurses. The program offered takes one year to complete through the quarter system. Initial credits are awarded based on pre admission testing and previous work experience. Each quarter is 10 weeks long with classes either being 50 minutes long or 75 minutes long. Upon completion students are qualified to take the NCLEX-RN exam to receive certification as a registered nurse.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Applicants to the Helene Fuld College of Nursing, must have their LPN and be graduates of high school or have a GED. Applicants will be asked to take tests prior to admission to gauge the abilities and skills they possess. Additionally, references must be given as well as essays which will be reviewed, as well as an interview with the faculty. When applying, students must follow the admissions checklist to submit the information necessary.
Students in need of financial aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), provide a copy their most recent tax return to the school, and if they are a resident of the state of New York, apply for TAP awards. With the use of this information the school will determine financial aid awards for students.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Helene Fuld College of Nursing accepts.
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Helene Fuld College of Nursing is around 490 students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 75% | $736 |
| Student Loans (Federal) | 94% | $1,660 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Helene Fuld College of Nursing may offer student services including:- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions (Nursing Education) (since 1975)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2014)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2014)
Other Healthcare or Nursing Schools
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Helene Fuld College of Nursing.
- Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing in Brooklyn, NY (4 miles away)
- Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing in Ramsey, NJ (6 miles away)
- Jersey College School of Nursing in Union City, NJ (8 miles away)
- St. Paul's School of Nursing - Queens in Nanuet, NY (9 miles away)
- Dorothea Hopfer School of Nursing - Mt Vernon Hospital in Newburgh, NY (9 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 010153
- Phone: (607) 431-4000
- School Homepage