Family Practice Nurse Degree

A Family Practice Nursing professional or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a branch of nursing that focused on both comprehensive and continuous care for a family and their family members for all genders, ages, diseases, and body systems. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer family practice nurse degrees.

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College of Mount Saint Vincent

53 Valentine Street, Mount Vernon, NY

College of Mount Saint Vincent is a nonprofit private institution located in Bronx, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 1,900 students enroll at College of Mount Saint Vincent yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Mount Saint Vincent offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to College of Mount Saint Vincent. Scores within the range of 20 to 23 on the ACT or 1240 to 1530 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. College of Mount Saint Vincent admits approximately 70% of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, around 21% enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $31,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at College of Mount Saint Vincent through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.mountsaintvincent.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Family Practice Nurse Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Mount Saint Vincent has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Post-Masters Certificate

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Registered Nurses

Description

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

Nurse Practitioners

Description

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).