Hinds Community College
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Admissions at Hinds Community College
- •No overall acceptance/admission rate (%) for the nursing programs is published on Hinds CC’s official site or related materials.
- •For the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) – Traditional Option:
- •Minimum prerequisite GPA: 2.5 or higher, calculated using the best grades from nursing program prerequisite and corequisite courses only. Other coursework is not included in this GPA calculation.
- •ACT requirements:
- •Composite score: at least 18 (if taken before October 1989, 15 required).
- •Subscores: at least 18 in Math, Reading, and Science (or 15 if ACT was taken before October 1989); alternatively, a “C” or higher in College Algebra may satisfy the Math requirement.
- •Prerequisite courses (must be completed with grade “C” or above by the admission deadline):
- •BIO 2511/2513 (Anatomy & Physiology I Lecture & Lab)
- •BIO 2521/2523 (Anatomy & Physiology II Lecture & Lab)
- •SOC 2113 (Introduction to Sociology)
- •Selection process details:
- •Fall-entry: applications open January 1; all admissions criteria must be completed by May 20. Preference for applicants who file by March 20.
- •Spring-entry: applications open July 1; criteria must be complete by November 15
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Schedule & Format Flexibility at Hinds Community College
- •Delivery Modes (online, hybrid, on‑campus)
- •– Practical Nursing program is delivered face‑to‑face, but notes that select courses required for this program are available online. Source: https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/health‑sciences/practical‑nursing
- •– Associate Degree Nursing – Transition to RN program is offered in two formats:
- •“Nights and Weekends Option” – all coursework and clinicals occur during evening/weekend hours.
- •“Day Option” – begins with a summer transition course, then merges into the traditional day cohort. Source: https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/health‑sciences/associate‑degree‑nursing/adn‑transition‑to‑rn
- •Evening, weekend, or multiple‑cohort start options
- •– Practical Nursing program offers:
- •Traditional option: starts August and January at Nursing Allied Health Center; January starts also at Rankin and Vicksburg campuses.
- •Part‑Time Evening and Weekend option: begins each summer term at Nursing Allied Health Center. Source: https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/health‑sciences/practical‑nursing
- •– Transition to RN program offers two cohort paths:
- •Nights and Weekends Option: admits every January, spans three consecutive semesters, with graduation in December.
- •Day Option: admits every summer, starts with summer transition, merges into traditional cohort, with graduation in May. Source: https://www.hindscc.edu/pathways/health
Based on publicly available information. Source
Program-Specific Details
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Minimum GPA of 2.5 required for the ADN Traditional Option.
Transition to RN program offers two cohort paths: Nights and Weekends Option and Day Option.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certificate
No published admissions criteria for the Practical Nursing program.
Practical Nursing program is delivered face-to-face, but notes that select courses required for this program are available online.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hinds Community College
What nursing programs does Hinds Community College offer?
Hinds Community College currently offers 2 nursing programs, including ADN, LPN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.
Is Hinds Community College accredited?
Yes, Hinds Community College holds accreditation from ACEN. Programmatic accreditation ensures the curriculum meets nationally recognized standards for nursing education, that graduates are eligible for professional licensure, and that credits are transferable to graduate programs.
Does Hinds Community College offer online nursing programs?
Hinds Community College currently lists on-campus nursing programs. Contact the school directly for the latest information on online or hybrid program availability.
How do I apply to Hinds Community College's nursing programs?
To apply to a nursing program at Hinds Community College, visit the school's official website for admission requirements, application deadlines, and prerequisite coursework. Common requirements include a minimum GPA, completion of prerequisite science courses, and a current healthcare provider CPR certification.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN); CCNE; ACEN.