Nursing Administration Degree

A nursing administration college degree program at Lubbock Christian University is a branch of nursing focused on the management of healthcare organizations, leadership skills, and a passion for excellence within patient care. Success in Nursing Administration requires attention to detail, problem solving skills, and strong management skills to resolve many issues that arise in a healthcare facility. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer nursing administration degrees.

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Lubbock Christian University (LCU)

2915 Alouette Drive, Grand Prairie, TX

Lubbock Christian University is a nonprofit private institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Lubbock, TX, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Lubbock Christian University exceeds two thousand per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores between 19 to 24 on the ACT or 1270 to 1630 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for admission. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at Lubbock Christian University, with 35% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $19,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Lubbock Christian University may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Lubbock Christian University "Chaparrals" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to view more about this school can check out their website at http://www.lcu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Nursing Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. LCU offers a master's degree program in nursing administration.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

Medical and Health Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and health services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $111850
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $110590

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.

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