The school of nursing is a commuter school. Conference rooms and classrooms are at UPMC St. Margaret. The school includes a demonstration-learning laboratory, faculty offices, and the Helene Fuld Health Trust Computer Laboratory, a computer center with Internet access. Academic Credits and Transfers The St. Margaret Memorial Hospital School of Nursing accepts the transfer of credits for courses taken at other accredited colleges prior to entering the St. Margaret program. The nursing school maintains agreements with several area colleges and universities.
Advanced placement is available to LPNs or students who transfer from other nursing programs.
Scholarships are available from the Nursing Alumni, Dispensary Board, and Women's Auxiliary Board of UPMC St. Margaret. Admission Graduation from an accredited high school or a general equivalency diploma is required. Applicants must complete algebra with a grade of C or better.