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Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing

Nursing is a highly prestigious academic unit of Hunter College. The School of Nursing operates under the mission of providing a quality education for a new generation of nursing professionals to meet the needs of urban populations.  Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing is the largest public-sector nursing institution in New York and probably the best known.

As part of the Hunter College of CUNY system, the School of Nursing is engaged in service learning to help its students relate education to the real world. Its faculty are recognized leaders in their fields who bring clinical experience and up-to-date research and teaching methodologies directly into the classroom for each students education and growth. The Hunter nursing faculty is there for all of their students and places their learning and success as the number one priority.

Whether students wish to pursue a master's, baccalaureate degree, or certificates to advance them in their current position, the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing is the perfect choice. Its internationally recognized graduate nursing program can prepare students for professional advancement, a career as a nurse practitioner or many other possibilities.

All programs at Hunter College are CCNE-accredited and must be completed within 5 years. Most courses are offered in the late afternoons and evenings and offer both full- and part-time status. Traineeships are also available for students. Each student will meet with a Specialization Coordinator each semester to help them with their plan of study. 

The following are graduate programs offered by Hunter College:
• Adult Nurse Practitioner - Master's; 42 credits
• Clinical Nurse Leader - Master's; 42 credits
• Community/Public Health Nursing - Master's; 42 credits
• Gerontological/Adult Nurse Practitioner - Master's; 42 credits
• Community & Public Health Nursing/Urban Public Health - MS/MPH; 57 credits
• Nursing Administration/Public Administration - MS/MPA; 57 credits
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - Nurse Practitioner - Master's; 42 credits
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Certificate Program; 15 - 24 credits
• Advance Certificate in Nursing Education - Post-Master's; 13 credits
• The Doctor of Nursing Science (DNS) program (offered by the Graduate Center)

Highlights:

*   Students can join the Sigma Theta Honour Society or the Honour Society of Nursing - Alpha Phi Chapter
*   Students benefit from the Wellness Center, Brookdale Health Professions Library; Health Professions Media Library; Centre for Nursing Research; and the Nursing Skills Laboratory
*   Hunter School of Nursing houses the Office for Nursing Research and Grant Support (ORGS)
*   Hunter School of Nursing was selected for the new East Side Biomedical Program
*   Hunter students treat thousands in the Dominican Republic
*   Hunter Bellevue student nurses win the National Community Service award
*   2 of the nursing faculty are in the Hunter College Hall of Fame
*   One of the Hunter School of Nursing faculty is the editor for Nursing Economic$

Program Facts:

Program Founded: 1943 (nursing courses incorporated into curriculum)

Program Start Dates: Sept, Jan

Expected Length Master's: 2 - 5 years (depending on full- or part-time status)

Expected Length Doctor: n/a

# of Graduate Faculty: 27

Annual Research Funding: n/a

Degrees Offered: MS, MS/MPH, MA/MPA, Post Master's certificates

Study Options: full- and part-time

Student Profile - Masters:

Students Applied/yr: not available

Students Accepted/yr: not available

Students Enrolled/yr: not available

Total Program Enrollment: not available

# of International Students: not available

Student Profile - Doctorate:

Students Applied/yr: n/a

Students Accepted/yr: n/a

Students Enrolled/yr: n/a

Total Program Enrollment: n/a

# International Students: n/a

Admissions at a Glance:

Application Fee: US$125 (non-refundable)
US Student Application Deadlines: Apr 1 fall (Sept); Nov 1: spring (Jan)
Minimum Academic Requirements: NYS nursing license, BSN degree, GPA of 3.0 and above, and for NP programs, 2 years experience in the field of interest.   
Minimum English Requirements: TOEFL 550 (pbt)
GRE Scores are required for dual degree programs

Annual Expenses at a Glance (US$):

In-State Tuition:

   Master's: $270/credit

   Doctorate: n/a

Out-of-State Tuition:

   Master's: $500/credit

   Doctorate: n/a

 International Tuition:

   Master's: $500/credit

   Doctorate: n/a

Contact Information:

Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing
425 East 25th Street
New York, NY 10010
Between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive

Phone:

1-212-481-5072

Fax:

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Email (Domestic): dmu0002@hunter.cuny.edu

Email (International): dmu0002@hunter.cuny.edu

Website: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/nursing/

Admissions:

Applications must be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of US$125. Applicants must also provide:
• A personal statement of purpose indicating your objectives in undertaking graduate study
• Proof of a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited U.S. institution
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who are able to comment on the applicants academic or professional background and on their ability to undertake graduate study
• GRE scores must be submitted along with any TOEFL, TWE, and TSE scores(if required)
• Evidence of conferral of all degrees, diplomas, or professional titles from both U.S. and non-U.S. Institutions
• Official College or University transcript(s)

Expenses and Financial Support:

In addition to tuition and fees, other academic year expenses for independent students include medical examination ($400);    
health insurance ($600-1200); malpractice insurance ($20); uniforms, equipment and other miscellaneous expenses ($300); textbooks/supplies ($500); transportation ($675); housing, food and other expenses.

Buildings and Facilities:

Although Hunter has several campuses, our nursing students have classes at the Brookdale Health Sciences Campus, located in Manhattan, at 425 East 25th Street, between First Avenue and the FDR Drive. The campus is easily reached by car or by mass transportation. Brookdale also provides a limited number of students with housing.

Students from other-than-nursing health programs share the residence. There are 2 tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool, state of the art library, computer and clinical practice laboratories, a small cafeteria, vending machines, meeting rooms, and a large auditorium. Although street parking is available (at times), there are no school-owned parking facilities.

Student Support Services:

The Office of Student Services, located at the uptown campus, can help students succeed and make the most of their Hunter experience. They offer a full range of services and resources to support students from their first semester through graduation. Hunter College's offices and centers provide everything from advising to counselling to career development to programs for enrichment and even relaxation in the new Sylvia E. Fishman Student Center.

Visit the Hunter College website to learn about Hunter College services, including athletics and clubs, a virtual handbook for undergraduate students, and various Hunter College policies. Below is a list of their programs. Do not hesitate to get involved or ask questions. Dedicated staff is here to help students every step of the way.

Hunter College's Uptown campus offers:
• Academic Advising
• AccessABILITY
• Admissions
• Career Development Services
• Children's Learning Center
• Financial Aid
• Health Services/Wellness Education
• International Student Advisors
• Internships
• Personal Counselling Services
• Registrar
• Student Activities
• Sylvia E. Fishman Student Center
• Veteran Student Services
• Welcome Center

Research Areas:

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Faculty:

*   Acee, A. PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BSN Hunter, MA Teachers College, Columbia EdD
*   Aponte, J. PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; AA NYC of Technology; BS, MS Hunter, DNSc Columbia
*   Baumann, Steven. PhD, Associate Professor, Nursing; BSN Molloy, MSN Catholic, PhD, Adelphi
*   Bernstein, Kunsook PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BS Seoul National (Korea), MA NYU, PhD, Adelphi
*   Coccoza, Margaret, Lecturer, Nursing; BSN LIU, MA NYU
*   Cho, Sunhee PhD, Visiting Research Fellow BSN, MSN, PhD Seoul National University
*   D'Amico, Catherine PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; MSN Hunter; PhD NYU
*   Degazon, Cynthia PhD, Associate Professor, BA LIU: MA, PhD, NYU
*   Gebbie, K. M. PhD, Dean of the School of Nursing BSN St. Olaf College, MN UCLA, DrPH University of Michigan
*   Griffin-Sobel J. Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs (Generic and RN Pathways), Nursing; BSN Lehman, MSN Hunter, PhD NYU
*   Hofmann, Joanna PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BS, MS Hunter, MS, EdD Columbia
*   Malinski, V. PhD, Associate Professor, Nursing; BSN Rutgers, MA, PhD NYU
*   Mahon, P. PhD, Associate Professor, Nursing; PhD NYU
*   Murphy, D. PhD, Graduate Recruiter BSN CUNY Hunter, MA NYU, MPH, DrPH Columbia
*   Nickitas, D PhD, Associate Professor, Nursing; BSN SUNY (Stony Brook), MA NYU, PhD Adelphi
*   Nokes, K. PhD, Professor Nursing; BSN Hunter, MA Teachers College, Columbia, PhD NYU
*   Rendón, D. PhD, Associate Professor; BS, MS Hunter, EdD Columbia
*   Roye, C. PhD, Professor, Nursing; BA NYU, MEd Oklahoma, MA Pace, MS Columbia, EdD Teachers College, Columbia
*   Saladino, J. Instructor, Nursing; MSN, NPP SUNY (Stony Brook)
*   Sanders, L. PhD, Associate Professor, BSN University of the State of New York, MSN SUNY Stony Brook, CNM, SUNY, DNSc Columbia
*   Schuber, P. PhD, Associate Professor, BSN University of Wisconsin, MSN, PhD University of Texas
*   Sharoff, L. PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BA Adelphi, MA Hunter, PhD Columbia
*   Simon, E. PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BSN Punjab (India), MA Teachers College, Columbia, MS
*   Smith, D PhD, Assistant Professor, Nursing; BSN Indiana, MA, PhD NYU
*   Todaro-Franceschi V. PhD, Associate Professor, Nursing; BS College of Staten Island, MS Hunter, PhD NYU
*   Werner, H. PhD, Assistant Professor, BSN City College, MSN Hunter College, PhD Barry University

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