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American Career College
- 4021 Rosewood Avenue
- Los Angeles, CA 90004
- OPEID College Code: 02241800
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- General Phone: (323) 668-7555
- President/Ceo: David Pyle
- Website: www.americancareer.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 1,448
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- American Career is dedicated to the belief that all students have the right to succeed to their full potential. To meet this challenge in postsecondary education, American Career College's mission is to provide adult learners with the skills and technical knowledge needed for initial employment in entry-level positions.
American Career College's goals include, but are not limited to, providing quality education programs that can be completed in a timely fashion and are facilitated by an outstanding faculty and staff. The programs offered at American Career College are designed to meet the needs and interest of the community that is serves. Continual program reviews through the assistance of advisory committees, keeps all programs up-to-date and relevant to employers' needs.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 114 | 558 | 672 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 98 (86%) | 473 (85%) | 571 (85%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 98 (100%) | 473 (100%) | 571 (100%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 94% | 87% | 3% | 2% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,985 | $3,790 | $3,593 | $3,449 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.6% | 5.0% | 3.9% |
| Number in Default | 116 | 106 | 64 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,046 | 2,107 | 1,602 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Nursing, Other
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $27,775 | $26,495 | $26,495 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,288 | $8,910 | $8,584 |
| Other Expenses | $3,618 | $3,520 | $3,300 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,888 | $3,780 | $3,170 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $40,681 | $38,925 | $38,379 |
| Off Campus with Family | $31,663 | $30,275 | $29,665 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing, Other | $27,775 | 1,560 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $11,325 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $11,575 | 740 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Medical Records Technology | $11,575 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $11,575 | 726 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Opticianry, Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician | $11,575 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Dental Assisting | 98 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | 118 |
| Massage Therapy | 32 |
| Medical Assistance | 328 |
| Nursing, Other | 253 |
| Opticianry, Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician | 83 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 229 |
| Surgical Technology | 57 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,448 Undergraduate: 1,448
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 293 Female: 1,155
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 293 Female: 1,155
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,448 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,448 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.07% |
| Black | 345 | 24% |
| Asian | 207 | 14% |
| Hispanic | 733 | 51% |
| White | 122 | 8% |
| Unknown | 40 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 20 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 293 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 289 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 285 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 241 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 131 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 65 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 80 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 24 | 2% |
| Age Uknown | 20 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 234 | 171 | 63 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Primarily Instruction | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 28 | 28 | - |
| Other Professionals | 58 | 58 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 20 | 20 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 15 | 15 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 38%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 81%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | 7 |
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
