(Spring and Summer Semesters)
The Practical Nursing (PN) Program Option includes one (1) semester of prerequisites and three (3) semesters of nursing course work. The curriculum consists of nursing courses included in the first year of the ADN (Associate Degree Nursing) curriculum, as well as, one (1) semester of PNV courses.
Practical Nursing Accreditation Status:
| Practical Nursing Accreditation Status: |
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| Year of Initial Accreditation |
June 2011 |
| Continuing Accreditation |
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| Last Evaluation Visit: |
March 1-3, 2011 |
| Most Recent Action |
June 2011 |
| Next Evaluation Visit |
Spring 2020 |
Successful completion of the practical nursing curriculum and/or practical nursing exit semester leads to a career diploma. With success on the the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN), graduates are eligible to apply for LPN Licensure through the Mississippi Board of Nursing.
MGCCC Nursing Division – Cost List (Estimate only)
Tuition
- Full-time Tuition $1,550 per semester (15-21 credit hours)
- Part-time Tuition $155 per credit hour
Fees
- Registration Fee $60
- Book Service Fee (Per Book) $40
- Technology Fee $4 - $60
- Non-resident Fee $155 per credit hour up to 14 hours
- Non-resident Fee $1,550 for 15 - 21 hours
- Credit card processing fee of 2% of the transaction amount Online course fee $15 per credit hour
- Career and Technical Program of Instruction Fee $60-$450/semester
- Out of State & International Fees $1400 - $2000
- Additional Miscellaneous Fees may be applicable – See MGCCC website
Housing
- Perkinston Campus Dormitory Room w/ Meal Plans $2,000 - $2,150 per semester
- Housing Deposit - $50.00
- A tiered fee schedule is based on facilities
- Hayden, Andrews, Moran, and Owen Halls – An additional $100
- Bryan and George Halls – An additional $200
Nursing Program Expenses – Non Refundable (Cost may be subject to change)
Prior to Entering Program
- TEAS Entrance Exam $76 - $85 (Register at http://www.atitesting.com)
- Criminal Background Check $65 - $80 (MGCCC Campus Police)
Once Admitted into Program
- Program Fee $450 per semester
- Pre-admission Physical Exam and Immunizations $200 - $300
- E-books $1,200 - $1,500 - (No rentals or hard books required)
- Substance Testing $29 - $35 per semester
- Liability Insurance $12 - $15 per semester
- Nursing Achievement Tests $149 - $155 per semester
- Workbooks, additional purchase items, supplies $300 - $500
- Uniform, Lab Coat, Shoes, Accessories $200 - $300
- Student Nurse Association per year $40 - $60 (Required semesters 1 and 2)
- Nursing Conventions per semester $150 estimated (Required semesters 1 and 2)
Additional Expenses During Final Program Semester
- Licensure Exam Fees $300 - $500
- School Pin and Nursing Lamp $50 - $200
Cost may be subject to change
