- Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences provides quality education in a Christian atmosphere to prepare health care professionals for diverse practice environments. As a learning community, our focus is on preparing health care professionals in nursing and allied health for the diverse practice environment of the twenty-first century. Learning takes place not just in the classroom setting, but in some of the finest medical facilities available. Our curriculum includes both general and health studies as well as major-specific coursework in order to prepare competent and caring health care professionals. Students tell us that they value our small classes, availability of faculty and staff, our Christian atmosphere, and our emphasis on clinical education.
School Highlights
Baptist Health Sciences University serves 891 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Private-state tuition: $10,412
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 66%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Baptist Health Sciences University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 41% over five years.
Baptist Health Sciences University
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
0
Total Faculty
89 staff
38 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
16
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Baptist Health Sciences University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Baptist Health Sciences University diversity score of 0.63 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
891 students
1,083 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
445 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
446 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
603 students
394 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
352 students
378 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
93 students
93 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
430 students
776 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
16 students
64 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
195 students
446 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
6%
8%
% Black
50%
20%
% White
34%
62%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
58%
52%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,800
$29,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $10,412 is less than the state average of $12,792. The private state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,412
$12,792
Tuition Notes
$52,000 per academic year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$31,193
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
82%
87%
SAT Reading
500
500
SAT Math
540
498
SAT Writing
n/a
477
ACT Total Avg.
72
58
ACT Composite
24
20
ACT English
25
19
ACT Math
23
19
ACT Writing (Year 2013)
10
10
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Baptist Health Sciences University cost?
Baptist Health Sciences University's private state tuition is approximately $10,412.
What is the acceptance rate of Baptist Health Sciences University?
The acceptance rate of Baptist Health Sciences University is 82%, which is lower than the state average of 87%.
What is Baptist Health Sciences University's ranking?
Baptist Health Sciences University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Baptist Health Sciences University located?
Baptist Health Sciences University is located in the Medical District neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Medical District.
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