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Montessori Education Center of the Rockies (MECR)
- 4745 Walnut Street
- Boulder, CO 80301
- OPEID College Code: 03306300
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- General Phone: (303) 494-3002
- Director: Dorothy Thompson
- Website: www.mecr.edu
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 64
- College Alias: MECR
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Montessori educators help children develop their unique potential as human beings. Our goal is to prepare adults who wish to work with children by providing a learning experience which integrates Montesori philosophy, methodology and current concepts of human development. We are committed to supporting the indiviual growth and interest of adult students, including those who may be encountering Montessori philosophy for the first time.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1 (100%) | 4 (100%) | 5 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | - (-) | 3 (75%) | 3 (60%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 25%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 25% | 25% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,625 | $3,625 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.6% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| Number in Repayment | 13 | 20 | 19 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Montessori Teacher Education
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $5,400 | $5,100 | $4,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,120 | $10,120 | $10,120 |
| Other Expenses | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $17,670 | $17,370 | $17,070 |
| Off Campus with Family | $7,550 | $7,250 | $6,950 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montessori Teacher Education | $5,900 | 900 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Montessori Teacher Education | $6,400 | 1,480 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Montessori Teacher Education | $5,400 | 610 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 64 Undergraduate: 21 Graduate: 43
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3 Female: 61
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 0 Female: 21
- Graduate Gender Male: 3 Female: 40
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 64 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 21 Part-Time: 0
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 43 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 2% |
| Black | 5 | 8% |
| Asian | 3 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 7 | 11% |
| White | 48 | 75% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 2 | 3% |
| Ages 20-21 | 3 | 5% |
| Ages 22-24 | 6 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 14 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 19 | 30% |
| Ages 35-39 | 13 | 20% |
| Ages 40-49 | 6 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2 | 2 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 88%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 60% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 25% |
| Female | 62% |
| By Race | |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 43% |
| Hispanic | 44% |
| White | 67% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
