Overview
Founded in 1943 through an affiliation between Hunter College and Bellevue Hospital's storied nursing training program (which traces its roots to 1873, the first Nightingale-model nursing school in the U.S.), the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing has built a national reputation for producing highly skilled, clinically prepared nurses. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral nursing degrees and is known for rigorous clinical training, strong pass rates on licensing exams, and deep ties to New York City's public hospital system. The school is fully accredited and recognized for preparing nurses to serve diverse, underserved urban populations.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | New York, New York |
| Founded | 1943 |
| Total students | 1,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 25% |
| Graduation rate | 80% |
| Average starting salary | $78,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $7,050 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,880 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $9,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1150-1330 |
| ACT range | 23-28 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- BS in Nursing
- MS in Nursing
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Nurse-Midwifery
- Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.