School of Nursing

The career goal of the Nursing Program at St. Mary's School of Nursing is to become a Registered Nurse (RN). The Cooperative ASN Program at the school is provided through a partnership of St. Mary's School of Nursing and Marshall University. The length of program is two academic years, and the degree awarded is Associate of Science in Nursing from Marshall University.

Two classes are admitted yearly, one in August and one in January. Applicants are selected on a competitive basis. Financial Aid is available through Marshall University.

For more information or an application, contact:

Admissions Office
St. Mary's School of Nursing
2900 First Avenue
Huntington, WV 25702
(304) 526-1415

Click here for the Application for Admission School of Nursing Basic Program

**Disclaimer: We are currently reviewing the scoring of points listed on this application. The new application will be ready in late November with the corrected point system. You may use this application, being aware that the points listed will be changed.

Facts About the School

• Founded in 1926
• Oldest Program in West Virginia still in operation
• More than 3,100 graduates

Admission Requirements for High School Applicants

• High School GPA minimum of 3.00
• Minimum ACT Composite of 21
• At least a "C" on any college courses taken

Applicants With at Least 12 College Credits

• # High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum grade of "C" on any non-nursing courses already completed
• Minimum 2.00 QPA on all college work attempted at Marshall University
• Minimum overall 2.00 QPA on all college work completed

Cost of the Program

Estimated total (includes tuition at St. Mary's and Marshall University, fees, nursing textbooks and uniforms) for the two years:

• In-state = $13,000
• Metro = $16,000

Recommended High School Courses

• College prep track
• English - 4 units
• Science - 3 units
• Math - 2 units
• Social Studies - 3 units

State Accreditation

W.Va. Board of Examiners for RNs
101 Dee Drive
Charleston, WV 25311-1620
Phone: 304-558-3596

National Accreditation

National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
3343 Peachtree Road, NE
Suite 500
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
1-404-975-5000

www.nlnac.org