The College of Nursing and Health Sciences is one of the academic colleges of Southeastern Louisiana University, a public university founded in 1925 in Hammond, Louisiana. The college grew from the university's long-standing nursing program and has become one of the largest producers of nurses and health professionals in the region. It is known for its accredited nursing programs (BSN, MSN, DNP), strong NCLEX preparation, and clinical partnerships with hospitals across southeast Louisiana.
Students experience a close-knit, professional learning environment with simulation labs, hands-on clinical rotations, and small cohort-based coursework. The college also houses programs in kinesiology and health studies, health informatics, and related fields, and offers online graduate options for working professionals. Campus life is centered in Hammond with a friendly, commuter-and-residential mix, supportive faculty, and a strong sense of community service to the Northshore and Greater New Orleans regions.
| Type | Public |
| Location | Hammond, Louisiana |
| Founded | 1925 |
| Total students | 14,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 20:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 85% |
| Graduation rate | 45% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
| In-state tuition | $9,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,000 |
| Room & board | $9,500 |
| Average financial aid | $8,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | 19-25 |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | July 15 |
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