Hope College BSN Nursing Reviews

Nursing program

• The Hope College Nursing Division will provide a baccalaureate nursing training program of excellence within the framework of the Christian faith that is acknowledged for its innovation in the preparation of professional nurses.
• Faculty will create a collaborative teaching/learning atmosphere to promote critical thinking, scholarship and also professional development. Pupils will participate in the scholarly art and science of nursing and also provide multi-dimensional, compassionate and culturally sensitive care for persons, families, groups, communities, and also populations.
• Upon completion of the training program, the Hope College Nursing Division graduate will Provide value-based nursing care within the framework of the Christian faith.
• The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) certifies the Baccalaureate degree in nursing at Hope College.

About the school

• Hope College is a non-public, residential liberal arts school in downtown Holland, Michigan, United States of America, a couple of miles from Lake Michigan.
• It started in 1851 as the Pioneer School by Dutch immigrants 4-years after the community was first settled.

Total estimated cost of attendance is estimated $20,000

Following are the minimum requirements for BSN Nursing Program. Minimum admission standards include:

1. The following guidelines must be met for consideration into the nursing program:

• Cumulative minimum grade point average of 3.2 at Hope College.
• Minimum grade of C (2.0) in each required pre-nursing course.
• One required pre-requisite natural science course must be successfully completed
• At the time of application students must also be enrolled in or have successfully completed an additional pre-requisite natural science course and one pre-requisite social science course.
• A student can receive less than a C (2.0) or withdraw for academic reasons from only one non-nursing pre/co-requisite course one time and must repeat this course with a grade of C or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
• A student can receive less than a C (2.0) or withdraw for academic reasons from only one nursing course one time and must repeat this course with a grade of C or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
• Preference is given to students who complete a minimum of 12 credits at Hope College prior to being considered for admission to the nursing program.
• Students returning to Hope after 10 years will be evaluated based on most recent GPA (minimum of 12 credits).
• Any nursing course older than 2 years at the time of admission/transfer into the nursing major will not be accepted for credit and will need to be retaken.

2. Consideration is given to the following factors identified in the Essay and Reference Forms:

Critical thinking: goal directed, creative, utilize a problem solving process.

Caring

Communication: demonstrates effective speaking, writing, & listening skills.

Leadership and additional strengths and attributes (for example, dedication, honesty, integrity, organized, respectful, value-based, accountable, and emotional maturity).

3. The number of admissions to the nursing program per year is limited. Consideration is given to:

• Cumulative grade point average
• Grade point average in pre-requisite courses
• ACT and SAT scores
• TEAS (pre-nursing exam) score
• Essay and reference scores
• Mid-term grades may be considered
• Achievement in individual courses may be considered

4. Acceptance into the nursing program and continuation in the nursing program is contingent on passing a criminal background (fingerprint) check and drug screening and may be jeopardized by a previous or new HIPAA violation.

Pre-Requisite or Co-Requisite Courses

• Biology 103 – Introduction to Cellular Biology
• Biology 222/Kin 200 – Human Anatomy
• Biology 221 – Human Physiology
• Biology 231 – Biology of Microorganisms
• Chemistry 103 – Intro to Biological Chemistry
• English 113 – Expository Writing
• Kinesiology 208 – Introduction to Nutrition
• Math 210 – Introductory Statistics
• Psychology 100 – Introduction to Psychology
• Psychology 230 – Developmental Psychology
• Sociology 101 – Sociology and Social Problems

Contact:

Address: 141 E 12th St, Holland, MI 49423

Phone: 616-395-7000

Website: http://www.hope.edu/