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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler

11937 Us Highway 271, Tyler, TX 75708

County:SmithCBSA Area:Tyler, TXOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

At a glance

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler is a government acute care facility located in a mid-size city in Texas, offering a supportive environment for healthcare professionals. While the center has not yet hired international nurses, its setting in a diverse community with a notable international population suggests openness to global talent. This institution may appeal to international nurses seeking educational support and opportunities in a welcoming, mid-sized city.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
182
RN Count
238
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Texas

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
TOEFL or IELTS
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes

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Tyler, TX overview

Financials

Median $77,450
$60,480
10th
$96,160
90th
Cost of Living Index
92.39(7.61 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $83,833 (-12% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).

Travel insights

Average commute:23.1 min
Drive
91.3%
  • Drive91.3%
  • Public transit1.5%
  • Walk1.4%
  • Work from home5.8%
Nearest Airports
  • Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
  • East Texas Regional Airport
  • Shreveport Regional Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
154,691
Mid-Size City (50k–199k)
International Population
18,142
Population with Bachelor's+
42,352

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Texas state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1229th of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed21st of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
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