RIDGE CAREER CENTER
- 7700 State Rd 544
- Winter Haven, FL 33881
- OPEID College Code: 02511700
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- General Phone: (863) 419-3060
- Director: Lisa B. Harden
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 560
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Ridge Career Center - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- schools.polk-fl.net

- Mission Statement
- Ridge Career Center will assess, prepare, and place individuals in successful and rewarding careers in an increasingly competitive and changing employment market.
Accreditation
- Council on Occupational Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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: 65%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 40% | 5% | 20% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $2,367 | $1,917 | $790 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,120 | $2,020 | $1,926 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,120 | $2,020 | $1,926 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,474 | $8,050 | $7,530 |
| Books and Supplies | $700 | $625 | $625 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,500 | $5,200 | $5,000 |
| Other Expenses | $8,600 | $8,600 | $8,600 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $7,600 | $8,600 | $7,600 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,820 | $2,645 | $2,551 |
| In-State | $2,820 | $2,645 | $2,551 |
| Out of State | $9,174 | $8,675 | $8,155 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,920 | $16,445 | $16,151 |
| In-State | $16,920 | $16,445 | $16,151 |
| Out of State | $23,274 | $22,475 | $21,755 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $10,420 | $10,245 | $10,151 |
| In-State | $10,420 | $10,245 | $10,151 |
| Out of State | $16,774 | $16,275 | $15,755 |
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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 560 Undergraduate: 560
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 296 Female: 264
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 296 Female: 264
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 421 Part-Time: 139
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 421 Part-Time: 139
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2 | 0.4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 63 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 71 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 92 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 104 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 106 | 19% |
| Ages 35-39 | 76 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 41 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 6 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 111 | 70 | 41 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Primarily Instruction | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 4 | 4 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 27 | 27 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 9 | 9 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 9 | 9 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 85%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 14% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 17% |
| Female | 11% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 9% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 38% |
| White | 8% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009