Baptist College of Health Sciences
1003 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Website: Baptist College of Health Sciences
Baptist College of Health Sciences School Description
Grounded in Christian principles and building on the legacy of professional health care education which began in 1912, Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences is a private, specialized institution focusing on undergraduate health care education. In partnership with the Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation, the College prepares health care practitioners for the southern region, particularly the tri-state area of Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi. The College seeks to attract diverse students who share commitments to spiritual values and ethics, academic excellence, and lifelong professional development. The College curriculum, while specialized, reflects the importance of a strong general education foundation for the health care professional.
Learning takes place not just in the classroom setting, but in some of the finest medical facilities available. Our curriculum includes both general studies and major-specific coursework in order to prepare competent and caring health care professionals. Students tell us that they value our small classes, availability of faculty and staff, our Christian atmosphere, and our emphasis on clinical education.
Our graduates have tremendous opportunities to extend Christ’s work of compassionate healing as noted with the words Higher Education with a Higher Purpose on our College seal. If you would like to make a difference in the lives of others, consider becoming a student at Baptist College of Health Sciences.
You have no doubt heard--Baptist College is one of the best places around to get an education in health care. Well, good news! Our activities also rock! You don't need to be one-dimensional while you are at BCHS. We want you to grow and develop in all areas of your life, and a lot of that takes place outside the classroom. The office of Student Services offers a wide range of campus activities and offerings while you are at Baptist College.
Baptist College of Health Sciences
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaBaptist College of Health Sciences is a private, coeducational, specialized college in Memphis, Tennessee. It offers baccalaureate degrees in the following fields:
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Health care management
- Medical radiography
- Nuclear medicine
- Nursing
- Radiation therapy
- Respiratory therapy
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Southeast
- Setting:
- Large City Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Affiliation:
- Baptist
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 866
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 74%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Baptist College of Health Sciences Degree Programs
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
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Health & Medical Services
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Diagnostic & Treatment Technician
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Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
A program that prepares individuals to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatment, manage patients undergoing radiation therapy, and maintain pertinent records. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, oncologic pathology, radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and techniques, radiation dosimetry, tumor localization, treatment planning, patient communication and management, data collection, record-keeping, and applicable standards and regulations. See more Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist Schools or Online Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist School Degree Programs
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Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to employ radioactive and stable nuclides in diagnostic evaluations and therapeutic applications while monitoring for patient health and safety. Includes instruction in nuclear physics, health physics, instrumentation and statistics, biochemistry, immunology, radiopharmacology, radiation biology, clinical nuclear medicine, radionuclide therapy, computer applications, safety regulations, equipment operation, quality control, laboratory procedures, taking patient histories, patient evaluation and monitoring, emergency first aid, administration and record-keeping, and personnel supervision. See more Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist Schools
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Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical imaging services to patients and attending health care professionals. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, patient positioning, radiographic technique, radiation biology, safety and emergency procedures, equipment operation and maintenance, quality assurance, patient education, and medical imaging/radiologic services management. See more Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer Schools or Online Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer School Degree Programs
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Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to assist in developing respiratory care plans, administer respiratory care procedures, supervise personnel and equipment operation, maintain records, and consult with other health care team members. Includes instruction in the applied basic biomedical sciences; anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the respiratory system; clinical medicine; therapeutic procedures; clinical expressions; data collection and record-keeping; patient communication; equipment operation and maintenance; personnel supervision; and procedures for special population groups. See more Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist Schools or Online Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist School Degree Programs
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Ultrasound Technician
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to utilize medical ultrasound techniques to gather sonographic data used to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases. Includes instruction in obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient histories and data; patient instruction and care; anatomic, physiologic and pathologic data recording; sonographic data processing; sonography equipment operation; and professional standards and ethics. See more Ultrasound Technician Schools or Online Ultrasound Technician School Degree Programs
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X-Ray Technician
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Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
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Healthcare Administration
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Health/Health Care Administration/Management
A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems operation and management, health care resource allocation and policy making, health law and regulations, and applications to specific types of health care services. See more Health/Health Care Administration/Management Schools or Online Health/Health Care Administration/Management School Degree Programs
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Health/Health Care Administration/Management
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Nursing
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
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Diagnostic & Treatment Technician
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Baptist College of Health Sciences Students & Campus Life
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 14% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
Baptist College of Health Sciences Expenses (Tuition & Fees)
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 8,150 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 7,350 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 850 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,253 | 26% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 3,412 | 55% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 3,054 | 69% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,801 | 64% | |
Any Aid: |
95% |
Baptist College of Health Sciences Admissions
| Acceptance Rate: | 30% (Most Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 21% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 21, Verbal: 19, Math: 19 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 24, Verbal: 23, Math: 22 |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 25.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Not Required |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Not Required |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Required |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
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