Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing

450 Washington St
Pottsville, PA 17901
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing serves 68 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 25%
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
59 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 757% over five years.
Total Enrollment
68 students
461 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
# Full-Time Students
68 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
68 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
68 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
% Hispanic
1%
11%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
39%
52%
% Hawaiian
59%
3%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,501
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
25%
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing?
The acceptance rate of Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing is 25%, which is lower than the state average of 78%. Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
What is Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing's ranking?
Joseph F McCloskey School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Lowest acceptance rates.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 25%
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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