Bellingham Technical College is one of the thirty-five public 4-year colleges in Washington. The campus is located in an urban area, in Bellingham.According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 2,392 students attend the school. Every year 55% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.
Bellingham Technical College’s in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $2,568, and fees were $893. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $3,045 and $1,342 respectively.
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Number of Students2,392 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio20:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation- |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate- |
The Bellingham Technical College program for nurses is designed for students who have graduated from a Practical Nursing Program and who possess an up to date Washington State LPN license.
The program is specifically intended for graduates from the Bellingham LPN program and PN graduates will be given priority in the application process.
The LPN-RN prepares graduates to be eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination to be a licensed Registered Nurse.
The program is offered in three quarters of study with each quarter requiring an average of 140 hours of study. The curriculum consists of a combination of theoretical instruction, laboratory and clinical practice.
The class schedule consists of one to three six-eight hour days a week while clinical practice experience at health care facilities are scheduled Thursdays through Sundays during the day or in the evening.
Admission to the program is usually offered twice a year depending on the availability of space.
Admissions Requirements:
An applicant accepted into the program will be required to submit health assessment report, drug panel screening, current CPR certification and a current copy of LPN license.
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate’s degree | 7 | 52 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 0 |
| Certificate | 11 | 40 |
Average NCLEX pass rate
| Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities 12/01/1999 – Current |
Acceptance RateThe college has an open admission policy. However each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | |
|---|---|
| In District Students | $71/credit |
| In State Students | $71/credit |
| Out of State Students | $85/credit |
| Graduate courses | |
|---|---|
| In District Students | – |
| In State Students | – |
| Out of State Students | – |
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,825 |
| ADN | 70 | $4,970 | $4,970 | $5,950 |
| BSN | 125 | $8,875 | $8,875 | $10,625 |
Please note that the above cost estimate does not include school fees, books, supplies, etc.You need to allot additional money for that.
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
In 2017-2018 academic year, 67% of Bellingham Technical College’s students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 50% | $3,856 |
| Other Federal Grant | 6% | $793 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 39% | $3,485 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 39% | $557 |
| Federal Student Loans | 19% | $3,484 |
| Private Loans | — | — |
Average Net PriceThe average net price is calculated by subtracting the average amount of financial aid received by students from the total cost of attendance.
| Less than $30,000$2,941 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$5,088 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$9,873 |
| $75,001 to $110,000– |
| Over $110,000– |
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Undergrads
Graduates
Women
Men
Full-time
Par-time
| White | 60% |
| Race/ethnicity unknown | 17% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Two or more races | 7% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Black/African American | 1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Non-resident alien | 0% |
The Associate Degree Nursing program is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing program are prepared to take the state licensure exam for Registered Nurses- NCLEX-RN. The Registered Nurse performs acts that require substantial knowledge, judgment, and skill based on the principles of biological, behavioral, health, and nursing sciences. Such acts are grounded in the elements of the nursing process which includes, but is not limited to, the assessment, analysis, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and health teaching in the maintenance and the promotion of health or prevention of illness of others and the support of a dignified death. The registered nurse using specialized knowledge can perform the activities of administration, supervision, delegation and evaluation of nursing practice. Graduates are well prepared in the art and science of nursing to meet the challenging and changing demands of the healthcare industry. Graduates of the BTC Nursing program work in a variety of settings including acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, skilled home care, hospice, clinics, day-surgery centers, schools, and public health. Academic preparation includes core courses in arts and sciences and those focusing on basic nursing skills and knowledge. In addition to providing pathways designed for those new to the field, Bellingham Technical College is committed to providing pathways for the movement of licensed practical nurses into its Associate Degree- Transfer program. Agreements are in place with baccalaureate programs, enabling graduates to continue their education. Applicants are encouraged to plan early for Baccalaureate Degree completion by meeting with an admissions adviser at their school of choice.
| A.A.S. LPN to RN Program Contents (413 KB) |
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