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North - West College - Pasadena
- 530 E Union
- Pasadena, CA 91101
- OPEID College Code: 02591600
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- General Phone: (626) 796-5815
- Ceo/Executive Director: Marsha Fuerst
- Website: www.north-westcollege.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 119
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- North-West College mission is to train students in short term courses for gainful employment in the many aspects of Medical and Business fields.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 6 | 27 | 33 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 5 (83%) | 25 (93%) | 30 (91%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 5 (100%) | 25 (100%) | 30 (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 | 97% | 97% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,800 | $4,100 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 16.2% | 18.8% | 11.1% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 19 | 10 |
| Number in Repayment | 80 | 101 | 90 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $8,648 | $8,648 | $8,548 |
| Books and Supplies | $502 | $502 | $502 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,300 | $7,300 | $7,300 |
| Other Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $19,450 | $19,450 | $19,350 |
| Off Campus with Family | $12,150 | $12,150 | $12,050 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $9,150 | 736 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $9,750 | 768 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Legal Assistant, Paralegal | $11,261 | 874 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $9,450 | 736 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $9,850 | 760 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $27,550 | 1,701 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Accounting, Other | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 6 |
| Dental Assisting | 9 |
| Massage Therapy | 9 |
| Medical Administration | - |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | 6 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 15 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | |
| Legal Assistant, Paralegal | 10 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 119 Undergraduate: 119
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 25 Female: 94
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 25 Female: 94
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 119 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 119 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 12 | 10% |
| Asian | 16 | 13% |
| Hispanic | 60 | 50% |
| White | 29 | 24% |
| Unknown | 2 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 16 | 13% |
| Ages 20-21 | 23 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 26 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 29 | 24% |
| Ages 30-34 | 18 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 2 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Primarily Instruction | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 4 | 4 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | - | 3 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 67%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 61%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
