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Gibbs College
- 10 Norden Place
- Norwalk, CT 06855
- OPEID College Code: 01287700
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- General Phone: (203) 838-4173
- President: Jim Mellet
- Website: www.gibbscollege.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 919

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- A student's educational experience at Gibbs College provides the foundation for life-long learning. Dedicated to the development of the individual, the school emphasizes problem solving in its curriculum to better prepare students to become professionals in the workplace. Students are encouraged to develop professional excellence, integrity, and confidence in an atmosphere that fosters mutual respect. Dedication to the individual lies at the heart of the Gibbs philosophy: Commitment to Excellence through Quality Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 56% | 28% | - | 17% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,500 | $3,000 | - | $2,500 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.7% | 13.9% | 17.4% |
| Number in Default | 64 | 119 | 107 |
| Number in Repayment | 821 | 855 | 614 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $14,500 | $14,500 | $14,500 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $14,500 | $14,500 | $14,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Other Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,500 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $16,000 | $16,000 | $16,000 |
| Out of State | $16,000 | $16,000 | $16,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $29,000 | $29,000 | $29,000 |
| Out of State | $29,000 | $29,000 | $29,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $20,500 | $20,500 | $20,500 |
| Out of State | $20,500 | $20,500 | $20,500 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | - | 19 |
| Business Administration and Management | - | - |
| Executive Assistant, Executive Secretary | 15 | - |
| Fashion Merchandising | - | 58 |
| Retailing and Retail Operations | - | - |
| Corporate Communications | - | 7 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| Information Science Studies | 2 | 29 |
| Web and Multimedia Management | - | 8 |
| Security and Protective Services | ||
| Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Administration | - | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||
| Cinematography and Film, Video Production | - | 11 |
| Design and Visual Communications | 7 | 93 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 919 Undergraduate: 919
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 349 Female: 570
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 349 Female: 570
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 530 Part-Time: 389
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 530 Part-Time: 389
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Black | 150 | 16% |
| Asian | 15 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 177 | 19% |
| White | 286 | 31% |
| Unknown | 290 | 32% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 64 | 7% |
| Ages 20-21 | 313 | 34% |
| Ages 22-24 | 163 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 164 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 71 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 37 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 71 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 26 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.3% |
| Age Uknown | 5 | 0.5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Faculty Status | 80 | 13 | 67 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 80 | 13 | 67 |
| Primarily Instruction | 80 | 13 | 67 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 14 | 14 | - |
| Other Professionals | 27 | 26 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,586 (13) | $50,804 (7) | $52,499 (6) |
| Instructor | $51,586 (13) | $50,804 (7) | $52,499 (6) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,208 (13) | $41,568 (7) | $42,954 (6) |
| Instructor | $42,208 (13) | $41,568 (7) | $42,954 (6) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 34%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 19%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 67% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 66% |
| Female | 68% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 60% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 52% |
| White | 83% |
| Unknown | 100% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
