Nursing Administration Degree

A nursing administration college degree program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne 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 Indiana colleges that offer nursing administration degrees.

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Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne

50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN

Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Fort Wayne, IN and publically funded. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled per year at IPFW.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs IPFW offers:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1260 - 1600 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 - 24 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to IPFW. Roughly 90% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 81% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $6,700. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for IPFW is the "Mastodons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students can visit the school's http://www.iupui.edu to see additional information.

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

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $98580

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).