Tuition & Fees
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http://www.lsuhsc.edu/tuition/
Additional Fees
Undergraduate
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Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Traditional BSN - Estimated additional expenditures include: Uniforms - purchase through the Bookstore. Polo shirts & white lab coat - purchase through the Bookstore. ~$150.00 + tax due upon acceptance into nursing school. Supply "Purple" bag - purchase through the Bookstore. LSU Logo Stethoscope, protective goggles, and blood pressure cuff are included in the supply bag - LSU Nursing Kit ~$300.00 + tax one time fee due the beginning of the 1st semester of nursing school. Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) - comprehensive assessment of the nursing courses and concepts as the student progresses through the curriculum. ATI is one of the assessments used to prepare the student for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). ~$1161.00 + tax in 3 divided payments of $387 due in the beginning of the 1st 3 semesters of nursing school. Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen ~$33.52 Background screen ~$34.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice Insurance ~$40.00 one time fee due upon acceptance into nursing school. For LSBN (Louisiana State Board of Nursing) to enter clinical courses: See itemized costs below due the beginning of the 1st semester of nursing school: Application ~$90.75 Digital fingerprints for LSBN application to enter clinical courses ~$30.00/2sets of cards AHA BLS (American Heart Association Basic Life Support) ~$35.00 every other year Needle stick Insurance ~$16.54 every 6 months (Jan-June & July - Dec) on fee bill. Books and school supplies ~$3400 estimated total cost during duration of program. Computer system that is compatible with the LSUHSC computing equipment with a webcam For graduating students
cap and gown fee
diploma fee
nursing pinSee itemized costs below due the final semester of nursing school:
$55.00
$25.00
$60 optional cost final semesterExpenses related to Application for Registered Nurse licensure
Louisiana State fee
Criminal record check/Fingerprint fee
NCLEX fee
NCLEX-RN review courseSee itemized costs below due the final semester of nursing school:
~$100.00
~$100.00
~$200.00
~$350.00 optional at the end of nursing school.Random drug testing ~$33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing Public transportation is available to most hospitals, health agencies. Personal transportation is recommended. Transportation and related travel expenses are the responsibility of the student -
Career Alternative RN Education (CARE)
CARE - Estimated additional expenditures include: Uniforms - purchase through the Bookstore. Polo shirts & white lab coat - purchase through the Bookstore. ~$150.00 + tax due upon acceptance into nursing school. Supply "Purple" bag - purchase through the Bookstore. LSU Logo Stethoscope, protective goggles, and blood pressure cuff are included in the supply bag. - LSU Nursing Kit ~$300.00 + tax one time fee due the beginning of the 1st semester of nursing school on the school fee bill. Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) - comprehensive assessment of the nursing courses and concepts as the student progresses through the curriculum. ATI is one of the assessments used to prepare the student for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). ~$1161.00 + tax in 3 divided payments of $387 due in the beginning of the 1st 3 semesters of nursing school. Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen ~$33.52 Background screen ~$34.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice Insurance ~$40.00 one time fee due upon acceptance into nursing school. For LSBN (Louisiana State Board of Nursing) to enter clinical courses: See itemized costs below due the beginning of the 1st semester of nursing school: Application ~$90.75 Digital fingerprints for LSBN application to enter clinical courses ~$30.00/2sets of cards AHA BLS (American Heart Association Basic Life Support) ~$35.00 every other year Needle stick Insurance ~$16.54 every 6 months (Jan-June & July - Dec) on fee bill. Books and school supplies ~$3400 estimated total cost during duration of program. Computer system that is compatible with the LSUHSC computing equipment with a webcam For graduating students
cap and gown fee
diploma fee
nursing pinSee itemized costs below due the final semester of nursing school:
$54.00
$25.00
$60 optional cost final semesterExpenses related to Application for Registered Nurse licensure
Louisiana State fee
Criminal record check/Fingerprint fee
NCLEX fee
NCLEX-RN review courseSee itemized costs below due the final semester of nursing school:
~$100.00
~$100.00
~$200.00
~$350.00 optional at the end of nursing school.Random drug testing ~$33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing Public transportation is available to most hospitals, health agencies. Personal transportation is recommended. Transportation and related travel expenses are the responsibility of the student -
Uniforms
Polo shirts - purchase through the Bookstore$30/shirt + tax due upon acceptance into nursing school: Purchase of a wristwatch with second hand, stethoscope, scissors, penlight, protective goggles, and hemostat Mandatory Requirements
Urine drug screen
Background screen
Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier)
Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier)
$33.52
$34.00Malpractice Insurance ~$40.00 one time fee due upon acceptance into nursing school. Needle stick Insurance ~$16.54 every 6 months (Jan-June & July - Dec) on fee bill. Books and school supplies ~$1000 estimated total cost during duration of program. Computer system that is compatible with the LSUHSC computing equipment with a webcam ~$1200.00 For graduating students
cap and gown fee
diploma fee
nursing pin
$55.00 final semester fee bill
$25.00 final semester fee bill
$60.00 optional cost final semesterRandom drug testing ~$33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing Public transportation is available to most hospitals, health agencies. Personal transportation is recommended. Transportation and related travel expenses are the responsibility of the student
Graduate
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Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG CNS) - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $1,118.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (2) $100.00 Malpractice insurance $140.00/year NACNS Associate membership $109.00/year AG CNS Live Review(APEA) $465.00 - 525.00 Mometrix Text Prep Guide $56.65 APRN Licensure $140.75 ANCC - AG CNS Certifcation Exam $270 - 395.00 Discounts for professional membership Poster $100.00 Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Clinical Nurse Leader MSN - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $1,200.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice insurance $80.00/year AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies Clinical Nurse Leader Association (student membership) $100.00/year ANCC Clinical Nurse Leader Certification Exam Review Course (optional) $300.00 - $600.00 ANCC - Clinical Nurse Leader Certification Exam $270.00 - 395.00 Discounts for professional membership Graduation Fee $50.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $110.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Doctor of Nursing Science - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $2,500.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies Qualitative Data Analysis Software $170.00 SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 SNRS Membership $115.00/year Poster $100.00 Professional Conference (Research Conference) $150.00 Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Executive Nurse Leader BSN to DNP - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $2,000.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 Malpractice insurance $140.00/year American Nurses Association including LSNA (highly encouraged) $200 to $300/ year Nurse Executive Advanced Certification Exam Review Course (optional) $300.00 - $600.00 ANCC - Nurse Executive Advanced Certification Exam (optional) $270.00 - 395.00 Discounts for professional membership Poster $100.00 Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Nurse Anesthesia - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. ~$3000.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) AANA Malpractice insurance $275.00/year AHA BLS (All NP Students),
ACLS (AGACNP only),
PALS (PNP-AC only)~$325.00 (every 2 years) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00 Lab Coats (2) $100.00 Stethoscope ~$110.00 Travel Costs ~$3729 per year Poster $100.00 Professionl Conference Registration ~$750.00 NBCRNA National Certification Exam $995.00 NBCRNA Self Evaluation Exam $250.00 Apex Anesthesia Review $359.20 APRN Licensure Fees $200.00 Diploma Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $185.00 -
Nurse Educator - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $3,000.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice insurance $120.00/year AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies Graduation Fee $50.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $110.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Nurse Midwife - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $2,100.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen ~$33.52 Background Screen ~$62.00 Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice Insurance - Contemporary Insurance Services, Inc ~$500.00 per year AHA BLS - (All NP Students) ~$130.00 every other year NRP ~$220 - $350 Fetal Heart Monitoring course ~$120 - $300 Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, at least - can obtain from bookstore) ~$30.00 Lab Coats (2) ~$100.00 Poster ~$100.00 ACNM & LA Affiliate of the ACNM Student Membership ~$75.00 per year Certification Review Course (travel & accommodations not included) ~$150.00 Graduation Fee ~$100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown ~$168.00 Random drug testing ~$33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Nurse Practitioner - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books
AGACNP
AGPCNP
NNP
PCFNP
PNP-AC
PNP-PC
PMHNP
$1300.00
$700.00
$1000.00
$1100.00
$900.00
$900.00
$800.00Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice insurance $250.00/year AHA BLS (All NP students)
ACLS (AGACNP only)
PALS (PNP-AC only)
NRP (NNP only)$130.00 every other year Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, at least - can obtain from bookstore) $30.00 Lab Coats (2) $100.00 LANP Student Membership $50.00 per year Poster $100.00 3 P's Diagnostic Examination (excluding NNP) $150.00 Population-specific predictive examination (PCFNP, AGPCNP, & AGACNP) $71.00 Respective NP Certification Review Course (travel & accomodations not included)
AGACNP
AGPCNP
NNP
PCFNP
PNP-AC
PNP-PC
PMHNP
$250-600.00
$300-600.00
None
$300-650.00
$300-450.00
$250-400.00
$400-625.00Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
PhD in Nursing - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $3,500.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies Qualitative Data Analysis Software $170.00 SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 SNRS Membership $115.00/year Poster $100.00 Professional Conference (Research Conference) $150.00 Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Post-Masters Doctor of Nursing Practice
Post-Masters Doctor of Nursing Practice - Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $1,200.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice insurance Varies by specialty AHA BLS (ACLS, PALS may be required by specialty) $35.00 (every other year) SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $50.00 Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies Graduation Fee $50.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $110.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing -
Public/Community Health Nursing
Public/Community Health Nursing- Estimated additional expenditures include: Books - estimated total cost during duration of program. $3,500.00 Mandatory Requirements Urine drug screen $33.52 Background screen $62.00/year Titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B (depends on health insurance carrier) Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD) annually or health screening if previous positive TB Skin test (depends on health insurance carrier) Malpractice Insurance $120.00/year AHA BLS $35.00 (every other year) Lap top (must be according to school requirements) Varies SPSS package (for statistical analysis) $90.00/1 year and $60/6 mon. Lab Coats (1) $70.00 APHA Student Membership $85.00/year Annual APHA Meeting (must attend at least one) $1500.00 Graduation Fee $100.00 Graduation - Cap and Gown $168.00 Random drug testing $33.52; additional fees apply for repeat testing