General Expenses
Prior to First Semester: Major Medical Insurance, Immunizations, Drug Test, CPR, Criminal Background Check, Back/Spine Screen, Physical.
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) rule 97.64, "Required Vaccinations for Students Enrolled in Health-Related and Veterinary Courses in Institutions of Higher Education" requires students enrolled in health-related courses, which will involve direct patient contact in medical or dental facilities to complete a three-dose series of hepatitis B vaccine or provide proof of a positive titer.
Vocational Nursing Certificate Program Costs (Estimated)
(Fiscal Year 2021-22)
| FIRST SEMESTER |
In-District |
Out-of-District |
Out-of-State |
Out-of-District
Wise |
| Tuition (17 hrs) |
$1,734.00 |
$2,890.00 |
$4,080.00 |
$2,193.00 |
| Tuition Differential |
$680.00 |
$680.00 |
$680.00 |
$680.00 |
| Institutional Enrichment Fee |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
$340.00 |
| Parking Fees |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
| Lab Fee |
$72.00 |
$72.00 |
$72.00 |
$72.00 |
| Testing Fees |
$296.00 |
$296.00 |
$296.00 |
$296.00 |
| Other Fee |
$65.00 |
$65.00 |
$65.00 |
$65.00 |
| Liability Insurance |
$13.00 |
$13.00 |
$13.00 |
$13.00 |
| Textbooks |
$510.00 |
$510.00 |
$510.00 |
$510.00 |
| Uniform & Supplies |
$341.00 |
$341.00 |
$341.00 |
$341.00 |
| TOTAL First Semester (estimated) |
$4,081.00 |
$5,237.00 |
$6,427.00 |
$4,540.00 |
| SECOND SEMESTER |
In-District |
Out-of District |
Out-of-State |
Out-of-District
Wise |
| Tuition (16 hrs) |
$1,632.00 |
$2,720.00 |
$3,840.00 |
$2,064.00 |
| Tuition Differential |
$640.00 |
$640.00 |
$640.00 |
$640.00 |
| Institutional Enrichment Fee |
$320.00 |
$320.00 |
$320.00 |
$320.00 |
| Parking Fee |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
| Lab Fee |
$48.00 |
$48.00 |
$48.00 |
$48.00 |
| Testing Fees |
$259.00 |
$259.00 |
$259.00 |
$259.00 |
| Textbooks |
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| Lab Skills Pack |
$150.00 |
$150.00 |
$150.00 |
$150.00 |
| TOTAL Second Semester (estimated) |
$3,079.00 |
$4,167.00 |
$5,287.00 |
$3,511.00 |
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| THIRD SEMESTER |
In-District |
Out-of District |
Out-of-State |
Out-of-District
Wise |
| Tuition (9 hrs) |
$918.00 |
$1,530.00 |
$2,160.00 |
$1,161.00 |
| Tuition Differential |
$360.00 |
$360.00 |
$360.00 |
$360.00 |
| Institutional Enrichment Fee |
$180.00 |
$180.00 |
$180.00 |
$180.00 |
| Parking Fee |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
| Lab Fee |
$24.00 |
$24.00 |
$24.00 |
$24.00 |
| Testing Fees |
$185.00 |
$185.00 |
$185.00 |
$185.00 |
| Textbooks |
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| BON/Pearson Fees/Graduation |
$400.00 |
$400.00 |
$400.00 |
$400.00 |
| TOTAL Third Semester (estimated) |
$2,097.00 |
$2,709.00 |
$3,339.00 |
$2,340.00 |
TOTAL PROGRAM COSTS (estimated)
|
$9,257.00 |
$12,113.00 |
$15,053.00 |
$10,391.00 |
Other Expenses
In addition to tuition, books, and fees, students are required to purchase the following items.
First Semester
Uniforms/Scrubs - $85.00
School Patches (4) - $20.00
Full-length Lab Coat - $35.00
White Leather Shoes - $65.00
White Support Hose - $10
and/or
White Support Socks - $10.00
Nurse Pocket Organizer - $12.00
Nurse Skills Pack - $95.00
Stethoscope - $20.00
Watch with Second Hand - $40.00
These items are listed as a line item in First Semester costs (Uniforms & Supplies).
Third Semester
Nightingale Lamp - $20.00
School Pin - $50.00 - $200.00
These items are listed as a line item in Third Semester costs (BON/Pearson/Grad Fees).
Other costs will vary according to the replacement of the above items, as needed.
All costs are approximate and subject to change.
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