Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006483
- Phone: (828) 771-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
8:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,897Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Watts School of Nursing
Also known as Warren Wilson, WWC
701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC
Founded by George W. Watts in 1885, Watts School of Nursing is the oldest nursing program in North Carolina. Located in Durham, NC, Watts SON works with local hospitals to provide practical experience for its students. The goal of the school is to provide a quality education for students and to prepare them for the work place.
Academics
Watts provides a 2 year nursing program which results in a diploma upon completion. Recently Watts SON partnered with Mount Olive College to provide students with a nursing diploma and an associate's of science in health science, with a study length of two and a half years. All students must adhere to the honor code, and failure to do so may lead to expulsion.
Courses studied in the nursing program include:
- Introduction to Basic Health Care Needs
- Holistic Care of the Client and Family
- Management of Acute and Chronis Health Issues
- Management of Acute, Complex, and Life Threatening Health
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in attending Watts SON must have a high school diploma or GED, register and take the preadmission test, fill out and submit the admissions application along with the essay, a signed copy of the technical standards agreement, and all necessary transcripts.
Financial aid assistance is available through the schools financial aid department. Students interested in obtaining financial aid should meet with a counselor to discuss availability and options.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Watts School of Nursing accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Watts School of Nursing is about 150.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 59% | $4,897 |
| Student Loans (Federal) | 82% | $7,912 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Watts School of Nursing may provide services to students including:- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Nursing Diploma Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1956)
Other Healthcare or Nursing Schools
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Watts School of Nursing.
- Centra College of Nursing in Lynchburg, VA (97 miles away)
- Southside Regional Medical Center Professional Schools in Franklin, VA (119 miles away)
- Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing in South Prince George, VA (139 miles away)
- Chamberlain College of Nursing - Virginia in Portland, OR (221 miles away)
- Beebe Medical Center Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing in New Haven, CT (282 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006483
- Phone: (828) 771-2000
- School Homepage