Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers School of Nursing
175-05 Horace Harding Expressway
Fresh Meadows, New York 11365  

The School of Nursing was established in 1969, as the Catholic Medical Center School of Nursing. As a result of a corporate merger in 2000, it is now known as the School of Nursing of Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers of New York. The two-year educational program results in granting of a 64 credit Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing, and eligibility to sit for the NCLEX-RN professional licensing examination. The 37 nursing course credits are offered at the School of Nursing campus, while the 27 credits in liberal arts and science courses are offered at the collegiate affiliate, Queensborough Community College.

 Admission Requirements:

• Completed Application
• Official evidence of high school or equivalency diploma.
• Report of standardized tests.
• Official transcript of high school, college/post secondary school records.
•  Recommended Minimum G.P.A. 2.50.
• Achievement of acceptable score on Pre-Nursing Entrance Exam.
• Personal interview.
• Transfer Credit

Transfer credit will be granted under the following conditions:

• Equivalent course(s) with a grade of C or better.
• Licensed Practical Nurses requesting transfer credit must achieve a score of 65 on the National League for Nursing Mobility Profile I: Foundations of Nursing, to be eligible for credit for Self Care Needs of Clients I.
• Licensed Practical Nurses may receive transfer credit for NU102 - Principles of Therapeutic Interaction, and NU103 - Drug Dosage Calculation in Nursing, based on achievement of a score of 80% on School of Nursing challenge exams.

Recommendations for admission and placement will be determined by the Admissions Committee. Classes are admitted once a year, in September. The application process begins in October. The school operates on an academic calendar. Class and clinical experiences are offered Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Financial Aid
Assistance is available and awarded on the basis of financial need. Private scholarships and awards are also available.The School of Nursing follows the policies of the Medical Center which recognizes human equality and the right of all persons to equal opportunity. All applicants are afforded equal opportunity for admission to the School of Nursing, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.

For further information, Write or call: Chairperson of Admissions at 718-357-0500, ext. 131
Secretary 718- 357-0500 ext.173 or 135

The School of Nursing e-mail wsoto@svcmcny.org .
Financial Aid Officer 718-357-0500, ext. 124