Overview
The Whitson-Hester School of Nursing is a constituent academic unit of Tennessee Technological University, a public research institution founded in 1915 in Cookeville, Tennessee. The nursing school has built a strong regional reputation for producing well-prepared registered nurses and advanced practice nurses, with consistently high NCLEX-RN pass rates and strong ties to regional healthcare systems. It is named in recognition of significant donor support that helped expand nursing education facilities and programs at the university.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Cookeville, Tennessee |
| Founded | 1970 |
| Total students | 1,200 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 60% |
| Graduation rate | 82% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $9,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $27,500 |
| Room & board | $10,200 |
| Average financial aid | $8,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1020-1220 |
| ACT range | 20-26 |
| Average GPA | 3.50 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- BSN Nursing
- RN-to-BSN
- MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
- MSN - Nursing Education
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.