EMPIRE COLLEGE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
- 3035 Cleveland Ave
- Santa Rosa, CA 95403
- OPEID College Code: 00903200
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- General Phone: (707) 546-4000
- President: Roy O Hurd
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 718
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Empire College School of Business - 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.empcol.edu

- Mission Statement
- Empire College's mission is to place students in a positive, supportive educational environment that fosters self-esteem and provides them the opportunity to succeed. The focused, practical curricula and college environment are centered on students' employability, thereby addressing our added mission to supply employers with qualified graduates whose job skills and work ethic meet industry requirements.
Accreditation
- 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 Small Two-Year
Empire College School of Business Campus Map
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 64%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 32% | 6% | 10% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,874 | $2,668 | $4,170 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 16.3% | 14.2% | 21.5% |
| Number in Default | 43 | 44 | 59 |
| Number in Repayment | 263 | 309 | 274 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $15,175 | $14,875 | $14,250 |
| Books and Supplies | $3,150 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $977 | $961 | $935 |
| Other Expenses | $539 | $530 | $515 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $732 | $720 | $700 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $19,841 | $19,366 | $18,700 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,057 | $18,595 | $17,950 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $18,325 | 1,250 Contact Hours | 13 Months |
| Paralegal | $24,825 | 1,750 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Medical Office Assistant | $25,600 | 1,750 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Information Technology | $22,525 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Accounting | $25,050 | 1,750 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Receptionist | $11,250 | 750 Contact Hours | 8 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Accounting Degree | 14 | 21 |
| Administrative Assistant Degree | 4 | 7 |
| Bookkeeping Degree | 6 | - |
| Executive Assistant, Executive Secretary Degree | 1 | - |
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services Degree | 1 | - |
| Hospitality Administration and Management Degree | 4 | - |
| Receptionist Degree | 16 | - |
| Tourism and Travel Services Management Degree | 13 | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| Information Technology Degree | 4 | 31 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Medical Administration Degree | 14 | - |
| Medical Insurance Coding Degree | 9 | - |
| Medical Office Assistant Degree | - | 20 |
| Medical Transcription Degree | - | - |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 45 | - |
| Legal Professions and Studies | ||
| Legal Administrative Assistant Degree | 5 | - |
| Paralegal Degree | 4 | 36 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | ||
| Computer Installation and Repair Technology Degree | 13 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 718 Undergraduate: 718
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 187 Female: 531
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 187 Female: 531
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 713 Part-Time: 5
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 713 Part-Time: 5
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2 | 0.3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 42 | 6% |
| Ages 22-24 | 47 | 7% |
| Ages 25-29 | 69 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 83 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 118 | 16% |
| Ages 40-49 | 299 | 42% |
| Ages 50-65 | 60 | 8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 71 | 49 | 22 |
| Faculty Status | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 10 | 10 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | - | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,040 (21) | $42,135 (6) | $50,402 (15) |
| Instructor | $48,040 (21) | $42,135 (6) | $50,402 (15) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $39,306 (21) | $34,475 (6) | $41,239 (15) |
| Instructor | $39,306 (21) | $34,475 (6) | $41,239 (15) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 87%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 79% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 80% |
| Female | 78% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | 69% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
Empire College School of Business Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009