Prior to First Semester: Major Medical Insurance, Immunizations, Drug Test, CPR, Criminal Background Check, Back/Spine Screen, Physical.
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) rule 97.64, "Required Vaccinations for Students Enrolled in Health-Related and Veterinary Courses in Institutions of Higher Education" requires students enrolled in health-related courses, which will involve direct patient contact in medical or dental facilities to complete a three-dose series of hepatitis B vaccine or provide proof of a positive titer.
WC Institutional Tuition and Fees
See our Paying for WC page for the most up-to-date information on tuition and fees.
Other Expenses
In addition to tuition, books, and fees, students are required to purchase the following items.
| First Semester | |
| Uniforms/Scrubs | $85.00 |
| School Patches (4) | $20.00 |
| Full-length Lab Coat | $35.00 |
| White Leather Shoes | $65.00 |
| White Support Hose/Socks | $10 |
| Nurse Pocket Organizer | $12.00 |
| Nurse Skills Pack | $95.00 |
| Stethoscope | $20.00 |
| Watch with Second Hand | $40.00 |
| Third Semester | |
| Nightingale Lamp | $20.00 |
| School Pin | $50.00 - $200.00 |
These items are listed as a line item in Third Semester costs (BON/Pearson/Grad Fees).
Other costs will vary according to the replacement of the above items, as needed.
All costs are approximate and subject to change.