Average

Score: 50/100

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

2-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15224

🌐 https://www.ahn.org/health-care-professionals/education/nursing/schools/west-penn-hospital

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 68%

Outcomes

C+

63/100

Affordability

38/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

B+

78/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

145

Total Enrollment

68%

Graduation Rate

55%

Retention Rate

12.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

96%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $258,735
Avg rent near campus: $1,612/mo — vs ~$972/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15219 (8.8% cap, Pittsburgh)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,672	$9,672
Room	$8,750
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$29,536	$29,536

Financial Aid

91%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

64%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 36 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

145

Total Students

86%

Women

50%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%

Hispanic 3%

Black 23%

Asian 3%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%

25-64 (Adult) 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing?

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing has an acceptance rate of 96%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing?

Tuition at Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing is $9,672 for in-state students and $9,672 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing?

The graduation rate at Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing a good school?

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing?

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing has a total enrollment of 145 students.

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