by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how MECC ranks in comparison to other schools with nursing programs.
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The bachelor's program at MECC was ranked #412 on College Factual's Best Schools for nursing list.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at MECC paid an average of $362 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $162 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,758 | $10,056 |
| Fees | $105 | $810 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Online degrees for the MECC nursing bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the MECC Online Learning page.
Of the 55 nursing students who graduated with a associate's degree in 2021-2022 from MECC, about 9% were men and 91% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 98% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mountain Empire Community College with a associate's in nursing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 54 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Allied Health Professions | 200 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 66 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science | 19 |
| Dental Support Services | 16 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 14 |