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Galen College of Nursing-ARH

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Town: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 88%
On-time graduation rate 53%

Located in Hazard, Kentucky, Galen College of Nursing-ARH is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Galen College of Nursing-ARH is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Galen College of Nursing-ARH is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Galen College of Nursing-ARH emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Galen College of Nursing-ARH boasts an impressive student retention rate of 88% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 74% and 67%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Galen College of Nursing-ARH received on average $8,967 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,967
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 33 70% $4,622 $152,534
Other Federal Grant 45 96% $6,578 $295,990
State Grant/Scholarships 35 74% $3,359 $117,578
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 6 13% $1,313 $7,875
Total Grant & Scholarships 47 100% $8,967 $421,443

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Galen College of Nursing-ARH students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Galen College of Nursing-ARH students is 53.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 53.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 50.0%.

53.3%

  • white 55.2% 16 students

Service Offerings

Galen College of Nursing-ARH provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Galen College of Nursing-ARH offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes