Pinnacle College
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 02608900
- President: Saleh Younis
- Fax: (626) 284-4329
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 200
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Pinnacle College gives you the skills you need to be successful. Explore our curriculum which includes true "hands-on" experience with the tools you will use to build a life-long career in the recording industry.
Accessible instructors, small class size, and personal attention is the rule at Pinnacle College, rather than the exception. Our teachers are here to inspire the best from students and to share their passion for recording engineering.
Our facilities include real studios with the computers and software that are found in professional environments around the world. Our facility reflects the kind of work environment into which our students graduate.
Student Services Offered
- Remedial Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
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- Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training
Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification
- Undergraduate Profile Classification
- Enrollment Classification
- Size Classification
Degrees & Programs
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Pinnacle College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Communication Technology
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio and Television Broadcasting Degree | 206 | - |
Visual and Performing Arts
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music Theory and Composition Degree | - | - |
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Admissions
Disclaimer
The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.
Admissions Summary
The Pinnacle College admissions office phone number is (626) 284-0050. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.
Application Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
College Credits Accepted
None Available
Considerations for Admission
- Open Admission Policy - Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Enrollment Data
Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 200
- Undergraduate: 200
Student Gender
- Total Student Gender
- Undergraduate Gender
- Male: 139
- Female: 9
- Ratio of Men to Women: 15.4 : 1
- Male: 139
- Female: 9
- Ratio of Men to Women: 15.4 : 1
Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance
- Undergraduate Attendance
- Full-Time: 148
- Part-Time: 0
- Full-Time: 148
- Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 65 | 33% |
| Asian | 5 | 3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | - | - |
| Hispanic | 75 | 38% |
| White | 50 | 25% |
| Unknown | 5 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 7 | 5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 31 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 28 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 23 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 44 | 30% |
| Ages 30-34 | 10 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2 | 1% |
| Ages 40-49 | 3 | 2% |
Graduation Rates
Disclaimer
Retention Rates
The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.
- Full-Time Students: 81%
Overall Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| All Students | 84% |
Graduation Rates By Gender
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Male | 86% |
| Female | 67% |
Graduation Rates By Race
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 87% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 77% |
| White | 86% |
Tuition & Fees
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Tuition and Fees for the Largest Programs Offered
The table below details the programs offered with the highest student enrollment. The details include tuition, fees, contact/credit hours, and the average time it takes for students to complete each program.
| Tuition and Fees | Avg Program Completion | |
|---|---|---|
| Recording Arts Technology 900 Contact Hours | $19,250 | 12 Months |
| Music Theory and Composition 840 Contact Hours | $20,163 | 12 Months |
| Music Theory and Composition 1,370 Contact Hours | $35,188 | 18 Months |
Net Price Calculator
To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Pinnacle College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.pinnaclecollege.edu 
Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students
The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.
| 2010-11 | 2009-10 | 2008-09 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Net Price | $27,327 | $25,510 | $27,436 |
| $0 - $30,000 | $27,425 | $25,418 | $27,035 |
| $30,000 - $48,000 | $29,488 | $26,822 | $28,953 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $30,642 | $28,952 | $30,740 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $30,886 | $29,525 | $31,645 |
| More Than $110,000 | $32,422 | $30,965 | - |
Breakdown of Expenses: Recording Arts Technology
The tables represent a breakdown of the tuition, fees, housing, and other expenses for students enrolled in the Recording Arts Technology program at Pinnacle College over the past several years.
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $19,250 | $18,250 | $17,885 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off Campus Housing Expenses | |||
| Room and Board | $11,950 | $11,950 | $11,480 |
| Other Expenses | $6,592 | $6,592 | $6,333 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,954 | $8,954 | $8,601 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $37,792 | $36,792 | $35,698 |
| Off Campus with Family | $28,204 | $27,204 | $26,486 |
Financial Aid
Disclaimer
The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Financial Aid Quick Facts
- % Receiving Any Financial Aid
- 99%
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- Avg. Grant or Scholarship Amount
- $5,007/yr
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- Avg. Student Loan Amount
- $8,441/yr
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Financial Aid Office Phone Number
The Pinnacle College financial aid office phone number is (626) 284-0050. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.
Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11
| # Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 153 | 99% | - |
| Any Grant or Scholarship Aid | 126 | 81% | $5,007 |
| All Federal Grants | 125 | 81% | $5,031 |
| Pell Grants | 125 | 81% | $5,031 |
| Institutional Grants & Scholarships | 1 | 1% | $2,000 |
| All Student Loans | 142 | 92% | $8,441 |
| Federal Student Loans | 142 | 92% | $8,441 |
Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates
This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.8% | 10.0% | 16.2% |
| Number in Default | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Number in Repayment | 54 | 60 | 37 |
Faculty & Instructors
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Faculty Status | 20 | 4 | 16 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 19 | 4 | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 19 | 4 | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 14 | 13 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | - | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | - | 3 |
Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,500 (4) | $59,500 (4) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $59,500 (4) | $59,500 (4) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,683 (4) | $48,683 (4) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $48,683 (4) | $48,683 (4) | - (-) |