Frequently Asked Questions

Will my courses at other colleges/universities transfer to Jewish Hospital College?

Most general education courses from regionally accredited colleges and universities will transfer. Nursing courses are evaluated for transfer credit on an individual basis. We encourage you to submit a copy of the course syllabus for evaluation.

What are the residency requirements to receive an Associate of Science and a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Jewish Hospital College?

At least 15 credits must be completed in residence to earn an Associate of Science (AS) degree, and 30 credits must be completed in residence to earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. If enrollment is continuous between the Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science programs, only the first residency requirement will be imposed.

Do you have to be Jewish to attend Jewish Hospital College?

Applications for admission are accepted and encouraged from all students, worldwide. It is the policy of the College not to discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, ethnic background, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, or disability in matters of admission, recruitment, employment, housing, or services or in its educational programs or activities.

What does the term "Allied Health" mean?

The term "allied health" describes a large cluster of health care professionals who fulfill important roles in the health care system. Allied health professionals provide disease detection and prevention (including imaging and laboratory services), dietary services, health promotion, rehabilitation services, and health systems management.

How many Allied Health programs are offered at Jewish Hospital College?

JHC offers the following Allied Health programs:

• Radiography (Associate of Science)

• Respiratory Therapy (Associate of Science)

• Clinical Laboratory Science (Bachelor of Science & Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)
  
• Cytotechnology (Bachelor of Science & Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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• Radiologic Science/Radiation Therapy Concentration (Bachelor of Science)
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• Dietetics & Nutrition (Post-Baccalaureate Internship)
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• Allied Health
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• Management Concentration (Bachelor of Science, Master of Science)
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• Nutrition Concentration (Master of Science)
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• Education Concentration (Master of Science)

What is Radiography and how long is the program?

Radiographers are X-Ray Technologists. They use a wide variety of radiographic or x-ray examinations on the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems. The Associate of Science degree in Radiography is a 2-year full-time program with a total of 71 credit hours.

What is Respiratory Therapy, and what does a Respiratory Therapist do?

Respiratory Therapy is a field in which Respiratory Therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.  Respiratory Therapists treat all types of patients, ranging from premature infants whose lungs are not fully developed to elderly patients whose lungs are diseased.  Practicing under physician direction, they assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures.  They consult with physicians and other healthcare staff to help develop and modify individual patient care plans.  To treat patients, Respiratory Therapists use oxygen or oxygen mixtures, chest physiotherapy, and aerosol medications.  Most of these very complex procedures require considerable independent judgement, such as caring for patients on life support in hospital intensive care units.

What does a Radiation Therapist do?

Radiation Therapists prepare oncology patients for treatment and also administer prescribed doses of ionizing radiation to specific body parts as directed by a Radiation Oncologist. They deliver radiation treatments using highly specialized equipment, while protecting the rest of the body from radiation. The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (Radiation Therapy) for Non-radiographers is a 4-year or 121 credit hour program and for Radiographers it is a 2-year or 56 credit hour program.

What is Cytotechnology?

Cytotechnologists examine cell samples from all over the body and work hand in hand with the Pathologist to locate and interpret cell changes both for screening purposes, as in the PAP smear, and for diagnostic purposes, as in samples from other body sites.

How long will it take to finish a nursing degree?

If you come to Jewish Hospital College without any previous college work, it will take you two years to complete the ASN program and an additional two years to complete the BSN. The nursing courses in the ASN program can be completed in six 8-week terms. An academic advisor will assist you in planning an individualized program of study with your academic advisor.

Can I complete the entire program during the evening/weekend option?

The nursing program classes are offered during the evenings and/or weekends, except the clinical practicum in Children's Health at St. Louis Children's Hospital. This practicum is offered during the day or evening.
The Allied Health classes vary by program. Most of the programs are offered in a day full-time, Monday - Friday format, however, some programs do offer evening courses.

Do you have on-campus housing?

Yes. The Residence is located in the Central West End Schoenberg Building. The coed residence provides a comfortable, attractive, and secure place to live, study, and enjoy the College experience. Each room is equipped with a twin bed, desk with chair, chest of drawers, sink, closet, phone jack, and mini blinds. Each floor has a kitchen with a microwave, baths with a tub and shower, lounge with television, and a pay phone. Other facilities provided for the residents and students are computer labs, fitness rooms, coin-operated laundry, vending machines, sunroof and terrace with grills ice machines, and private study rooms.

What is the tuition for out-of-state and international students?

Tuition for out-of-state and international students is the same rate as in-state students.
Rates for the 2004-2005 Academic School Year are:
Undergraduate courses: $367.00/credit hour
Graduate courses: $383.00/credit hour

Does JHC have a bridge program or advanced placement for LPNs, CNAs, paramedics, corpsmen, or medics?

Yes

1. Students, who are transferring from other nursing programs, certified nurse assistants, paramedics, LPNs, corpsmen, or medics may be eligible for advanced placement. Specific procedures for completing skills verification and the written competency exam are available from an advisor, the Program Director, or the Skills Lab Coordinator.
2. Advanced placement credit may be given to an applicant whose previous learning experiences are determined to be equivalent to selected JHC courses (HS 1110 and NUR 1220). Credit awarded for advanced placement is entered on the student's transcript after the payment of evaluation and posting fees.
3. Students who are granted advance placement must meet the same requirements for graduation, as do other members of the class to which they are admitted.

Does JHC have an affiliation with Washington University?

Yes. The Jewish Hospital College is exclusively affiliated with the University College (UC) at Washington University to provide general education and science courses for JHC students. Tuition and fees for courses completed at University College are paid directly to JHC. Courses completed at UC are posted on JHC transcripts.

Does JHC have Financial Aid?

Yes. The College offers institutional scholarships and loans and participates in the following federal and state programs:

1. Federal Pell Grant
2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
3. Federal Work-Study
4. Federal Family Educational Loan Program (FFELP): Federal Stafford Loans (Subsidized and Unsubsidized)
5. Parental Loan for Undergraduate Students Program (PLUS)
6. Charles Gallagher Student Financial Assistance Program
7. Marguarite Ross Barnett Scholarship Program
8. Missouri Higher Education Academic Scholarship (Bright Flight)
9. Missouri College Guarantee Program
10. Veterans Administration
11. Vocational Rehabilitation Program

The type and amount of aid will vary according to the student's total educational costs, family and personal resources, and the types of aid for which the student is eligible (loans, grants, and scholarships). Students and families are also encouraged to seek additional sources of aid through community resources.

Can I enroll at another college while I am attending JHC?

Currently enrolled JHC students must fulfill degree requirements in general education and sciences at University College. JHC has an educational partnership with the University College at Washington University to provide general education in the liberal arts and sciences and selected graduate courses.

What is the pass rate for first-time writers of licensure/certification examinations at JHC and what is the job placement rate?

The job placement rate for the Class of 2003 was 100%.

The pass rates for first-time writers of licensure/certification examinations in the 2002 - 2003 academic year are:

NURSING PROGRAMS

ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAMS

The persistence rate for the cohort entering in 2001 was 50% (N=10). None had prior college credits and two successfully completed their program of study.