APOLLO COLLEGE - PHOENIX INC
- 8503 N 27th Ave
- Phoenix, AZ 85051
- OPEID College Code: 02100600
- General Phone: (602) 324-5505
- Executive Director: Jeffrey Gearhart
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 5,844
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Apollo College - Phoenix Inc - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Apollo College Mission
The mission of Apollo College is to prepare graduates to become health care professionals with the knowledge and skill necessary to assume entry-level positions in the health care industry.
Apollo College has the following goals consistent with its mission:
1. Develop knowledgeable and skill-oriented graduates who possess the necessary behavior and attitude which allows them to transition into entry-level employment in the health care industry.
2. Provide quality didactic and clinical experiences that prepare graduates to perform competently within the professional standards of their field of study.
3. Provide the appropriate educational environment and services that result in appropriate student completion and employment rates after graduation.
4. Prepare graduates to successfully obtain certification and/or licensure specific to their program of study.
5. Demonstrate measurable satisfaction of its students, graduates, faculty and the community.
6. Advance the health care industry by articulating with institutions of higher education to promote transferability of credits.
7. Hire, develop and retain a professional faculty capable of preparing students for a career in the health care professions.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
- Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Apollo College - Phoenix Inc Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.apollocollege.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $95.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,020 | 3,980 | 5,000 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 996 (98%) | 3,680 (92%) | 4,676 (94%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 996 (100%) | 3,680 (100%) | 4,676 (100%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 80%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 71% | 60% | 1% | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,883 | $2,952 | $445 | $1,027 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 8.5% | 8.1% |
| Number in Default | 224 | 224 | 219 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,522 | 2,607 | 2,698 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,055 | $12,360 | $11,645 |
| Books and Supplies | $385 | $385 | $385 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,561 | $6,561 | $6,561 |
| Other Expenses | $5,112 | $5,112 | $4,329 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,112 | $5,112 | $4,329 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $25,113 | $24,418 | $22,920 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,552 | $17,857 | $16,359 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $13,440 | 30 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $13,440 | 30 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Dental Assistant | $13,440 | 30 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Medical Records Administration | $13,540 | 30 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Nursing | $47,855 | 72 Credit Hours | 24 Months |
| Respiratory Care Therapy | $40,097 | 100 Credit Hours | 24 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Athletic Training Degree | 93 | - | - |
| Clinical Laboratory Technician Degree | - | 20 | - |
| Dental Assistant Degree | 314 | - | - |
| Massage Therapy Degree | 261 | - | - |
| Medical Office Administration Degree | 63 | 43 | - |
| Medical Radiologic Technology Degree | - | 66 | - |
| Nursing Degree | - | 268 | - |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | 201 | - | - |
| Physical Therapist Assistant Degree | 157 | - | - |
| Respiratory Care Therapy Degree | - | 141 | - |
| Medical Records Administration Degree | 258 | - | - |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 715 | - | - |
| Veterinary Assistant Degree | 157 | - | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,844 Undergraduate: 5,844
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,245 Female: 4,599
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,245 Female: 4,599
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,844 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,844 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.02% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 915 | 16% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 32 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 779 | 13% |
| Ages 20-21 | 922 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,060 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,183 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 709 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 475 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 476 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 190 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 16 | 0.3% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.03% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 412 | 333 | 79 |
| Faculty Status | 195 | 126 | 69 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 195 | 126 | 69 |
| Primarily Instruction | 195 | 126 | 69 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 24 | 24 | - |
| Other Professionals | 52 | 52 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 141 | 131 | 10 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 132 | 122 | 10 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 4 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,177 (126) | $53,429 (32) | $53,091 (94) |
| Instructor | $53,177 (126) | $53,429 (32) | $53,091 (94) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,509 (126) | $43,715 (32) | $43,439 (94) |
| Instructor | $43,509 (126) | $43,715 (32) | $43,439 (94) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 64%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 65% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 58% |
| Female | 66% |
| By Race | |
| Hispanic | 64% |
| Unknown | 69% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 3 |
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