WESTERN CAREER COLLEGE - SACRAMENTO
- 8909 Folsom Blvd
- Sacramento, CA 95826
- OPEID College Code: 00974800
- General Phone: (916) 361-1660
- President: Jeff Akens
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 1,537
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Western Career College - Sacramento - 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
- Website
- carrington.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- 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
Western Career College - Sacramento Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Western Career College - Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
56 Miles Away
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 49 | 382 | 431 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 49 (100%) | 382 (100%) | 431 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 44 (90%) | 290 (76%) | 334 (77%) |
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: 81%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 72% | 63% | 6% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,145 | $2,956 | $5,909 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.6% | 10.2% | 9.6% |
| Number in Default | 491 | 334 | 336 |
| Number in Repayment | 3,584 | 3,265 | 3,495 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $16,596 | $16,092 | $15,192 |
| Books and Supplies | $411 | $387 | $382 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,570 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,885 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,450 | $4,014 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $31,462 | $30,501 | $28,480 |
| Off Campus with Family | $20,457 | $20,493 | $19,462 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $17,007 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Dental Assistant | $18,754 | 42 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $44,322 | 65 Credit Hours | 15 Months |
| Dental Hygiene | $54,467 | 61 Credit Hours | 19 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $26,650 | 60 Credit Hours | 13 Months |
| Veterinary Assistant | $32,151 | 63 Credit Hours | 19 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Assistant Degree | 119 | 2 |
| Dental Hygiene Degree | - | 57 |
| Health Care Administration Degree | 36 | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Degree | 82 | 45 |
| Massage Therapy Degree | 45 | - |
| Medical Insurance Specialist Degree | - | 19 |
| Nursing Degree | - | 29 |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | - | 52 |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 226 | 6 |
| Veterinary Assistant Degree | - | 24 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,537 Undergraduate: 1,537
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 180 Female: 1,357
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 180 Female: 1,357
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,537 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,537 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.07% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 62 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 0.3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 31 | 2% |
| Ages 20-21 | 241 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 382 | 25% |
| Ages 25-29 | 375 | 24% |
| Ages 30-34 | 213 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 114 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 133 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 41 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 244 | 142 | 102 |
| Faculty Status | 144 | 48 | 96 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 144 | 48 | 96 |
| Primarily Instruction | 143 | 47 | 96 |
| Primarily Research | 1 | 1 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 30 | 30 | - |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 63 | 59 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,425 (47) | $71,793 (8) | $59,298 (39) |
| Instructor | $61,425 (47) | $71,793 (8) | $59,298 (39) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,258 (47) | $58,741 (8) | $48,517 (39) |
| Instructor | $50,258 (47) | $58,741 (8) | $48,517 (39) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 66%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 67% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 56% |
| Female | 69% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | 79% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 2 |
Western Career College - Sacramento Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Western Career College - Sacramento
- Reviewed on: December 09, 2010
Flag Review - Rating:
- This is the worst school.. I graduated 4.0, class mentor, and the top f my class. they never helped me find a job or an extern site. They promise the world to get you to sign a contract and then they screw you over..
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
