Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences

 Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Memphis (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tennessee. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Baptist religion. Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 107 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.

MISSION

Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences prepares graduates for careers of service and leadership by providing a comprehensive health sciences education within an integrated environment of learning and Christian principles. 

Building on the legacy of education since 1912, Baptist College is a private institution which seeks to attract a diverse student population who shares commitments to Christian values and ethics, academic excellence, and lifelong professional development.  In response to the trust expected of institutions preparing future health care professionals, the academically rigorous environment requires students’ active engagement in learning through a variety of instructional modes.

In partnership with Baptist Memorial Health Care, Baptist College extends the learning environment beyond the classroom to include experiences found in health care settings throughout the Mid-South.

To fulfill its mission, Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences is committed to:

• Educating individuals to value competence, caring and collaboration in their roles as members of the interprofessional health care team.
• Developing students to become engaged learners, scholars and leaders in their chosen professions.
• Creating a collaborative and supportive learning environment in which students are encouraged to develop intellectually, socially, and spiritually.
• Providing a curriculum that reflects a strong general education and scientific foundation.
• Promoting and rewarding excellence in teaching, professional practice and scholarly activity.
• Contributing positively to the health status of the community.  
• Fostering an atmosphere of respect for cultural diversity and the dignity of all persons.

VISION

To be distinguished regionally for innovation and excellence in health sciences education which prepares graduates to transform health care.

VALUES

The shared values of our learning community are:
Integrity
Aspiration Statement: Baptist College of Health Sciences models high ethical standards in all aspects of learning, teaching, service, and business.

Professionalism
Aspiration Statement: Baptist College of Health Sciences provides an environment that promotes the competence, character, and commitment of faculty, staff and students to their careers and vocations.