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Florida Career College
- 1321 SW 107 Ave Ste 201B
- Miami, FL 33174
- OPEID College Code: 02305800
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- General Phone: (305) 553-6065
- President/Ceo: David Knobel
- Website: www.careercollege.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 3,952
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
- Our mission is to successfully prepare graduates for new career opportunities. Our objectives are to:
Offer graduates viable career options by providing quality educational programs based on employer-driven requirements.
Create a positive learning environment that recognizes individuality and enables students to meet their unique educational goals.
Generate excitement and foster the desire to learn through innovative teaching methods.
Maintain a qualified, caring faculty and staff dedicated to the personal and professional development of each student.
Remain at the forefront of education by supporting continuing education and training for graduates, faculty, and staff.
Instill a quality philosophy in students, staff, and faculty to continually exceed expectations.
Prepare and encourage studnets to pursue life-long learning.
- 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 Medium Two-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- 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: 68%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 64% | 58% | 4% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,246 | $3,027 | $517 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.8% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Number in Default | 344 | 270 | 125 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,484 | 2,125 | 1,108 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $14,500 | $13,320 | $12,240 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $14,500 | $13,320 | $12,240 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,900 | $14,400 | $10,920 |
| Other Expenses | $7,500 | $6,600 | $4,920 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $7,500 | $6,600 | $4,920 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $15,500 | $14,220 | $13,140 |
| Out of State | $15,500 | $14,220 | $13,140 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $38,900 | $35,220 | $28,980 |
| Out of State | $38,900 | $35,220 | $28,980 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $23,000 | $20,820 | $18,060 |
| Out of State | $23,000 | $20,820 | $18,060 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | |||
| Computer Programming | - | 18 | - |
| Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications | 29 | - | - |
| Web and Digital Design | 37 | - | - |
| Web and Multimedia Management | - | 38 | - |
| Engineering | |||
| Computer Engineering | 34 | 98 | - |
| Engineering Technology | |||
| Computer Hardware Technology | 145 | - | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 527 | 56 | - |
| Massage Therapy | 174 | 27 | - |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist | 377 | - | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,952 Undergraduate: 3,952
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,402 Female: 2,550
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,402 Female: 2,550
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,952 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,952 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Black | 2,055 | 52% |
| Asian | 15 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic | 1,570 | 40% |
| White | 225 | 6% |
| Unknown | 83 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 429 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 900 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 864 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 806 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 349 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 245 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 260 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 89 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 429 | 327 | 102 |
| Faculty Status | 126 | 90 | 36 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 126 | 90 | 36 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 216 | 214 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 81 | 18 | 63 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 72 | 10 | 62 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 9 | 8 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 90%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 67% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 66% |
| Female | 68% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 52% |
| Black | 89% |
| Asian | 20% |
| Hispanic | 61% |
| White | 69% |
| Unknown | 50% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
