Frequently Asked Questions

1. What kind of program do you offer?
Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing is a cooperative program approved by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing. We are affiliated with Hudson County Community College. Our graduates will be awarded both a diploma in nursing and an Associate of Science degree.

2. Will I be a Registered Nurse when I graduate?
No, upon graduation you must apply to the New Jersey State Board of Nursing to sit for a state licensing examination, commonly called the NCLEX exam. To sit for an examination, you must graduate from a State Board of Nursing approved program.

3. What is the length of the program and what will it cost me?
The program is two years in length. The total cost will be $24,598.00. This includes all college courses that are taught at Hudson County Community College and all nursing courses taught at Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing. There is an additional registration fee of $20.00 per semester.

4. Can I work while I am in the program?
The school discourages students from working full-time. Many of our students are employed part-time, but you will be required to be flexible in order to fulfill academic requirements and activities.

5. Are student loans available?
Yes, student loans are available through the Financial Aid Department at Hudson County Community College as well as information regarding scholarship programs.

6. I have taken courses at another college. Will you accept those credits?
All general education transfer credits will be evaluated by Hudson County Community College. Official transcripts should be forwarded to Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing. The School of Nursing will forward the transcripts to Hudson County Community College for evaluation.

7. I have been enrolled in another nursing school. Can I transfer in nursing course credits?
To begin this process, the applicant must present the school with a course description. This is done on an individual basis.

8. I'm an LPN. Must I take the Foundations of Nursing course?
LPNs accepted to the program will have Nursing I waived. That means you will enter the program in January. Upon successful completion of Nursing II, you will be granted the credit for Nursing I. If you do not successfully complete Nursing II, you must take Nursing I before proceeding with the program.

9. I have a degree from a foreign country. Can my courses be accepted for transfer?
It will be necessary for you to have your courses evaluated by WES. You must then submit the WES evaluation to the school.

10. How do I go about being accepted into the program?
You must complete an application and fill out a registration form for the entrance examination. Remember to fill in the date you choose to sit for the entrance exam. This must also be accompanied by a Hudson County Community College application. Send this material in with the appropriate fees. This begins the process for admission to the school.

11. Is there any preparation for the entrance exam?
No, the entrance examination is a test of cognitive skills. It will tell us how you think, not what you know. There are no books available to review material on this type of test. You may only take this test once. Your thinking process does not change significantly despite what remediation you may complete. It is a timed test; this means if you are late and the testing has begun, you will not be tested. You may reschedule to take the test on another testing date and must pay the testing fee again.

12. What happens after I take the TCS?
You will receive a letter within two weeks notifying you of your score. If you have achieved a passing score, you will be informed of any remaining items necessary to complete your folder and given information regarding personal interview.

13. Are there any pre-requisite courses prior to taking the first nursing course?
Yes, all students must have successfully completed College Algebra and Introduction to Psychology. These are required pre-requisites for Nursing I.

14. What will my schedule look like when I start the nursing courses?
Schedules will vary depending on the nursing course you are taking. Generally there is one class day each week and 2-3 clinical days. In addition, clinical skills demonstrations, skills practice and supervised skills practice need to be built into your schedule. You can expect to add an additional 5 hours to your schedule.

15. What is the passing grade?
The passing grade in all nursing courses is 78.