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Apollo College
- 1200 North Liberty Street
- Boise, ID 83704
- OPEID College Code: 02218000
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- General Phone: (208) 377-8080
- Executive Campus Director: Chuck Erickson
- Website: www.apollocollege.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 600
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Apollo College Mission
The mission of Apollo College is to prepare graduates to become health care professionals with the knowledge and skill necessary to assume entry-level positions in the health care industry.
Apollo College has the following goals consistent with its mission:
1. Develop knowledgeable and skill-oriented graduates who possess the necessary behavior and attitude which allows them to transition into entry-level employment in the health care industry.
2. Provide quality didactic and clinical experiences that prepare graduates to perform competently within the professional standards of their field of study.
3. Provide the appropriate educational environment and services that result in appropriate student completion and employment rates after graduation.
4. Prepare graduates to successfully obtain certification and/or licensure specific to their program of study.
5. Demonstrate measurable satisfaction of its students, graduates, faculty and the community.
6. Advance the health care industry by articulating with institutions of higher education to promote transferability of credits.
7. Hire, develop and retain a professional faculty capable of preparing students for a career in the health care professions.
- 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 Very Small Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.apollocollege.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 81 | 635 | 716 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 71 (88%) | 529 (83%) | 600 (84%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 67 (94%) | 529 (100%) | 596 (99%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 65% | 46% | 1% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,550 | $3,330 | $1,628 | $176 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.7% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| Number in Default | 19 | 18 | 23 |
| Number in Repayment | 506 | 313 | 344 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Dental Assisting
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $12,185 | $11,310 | $10,930 |
| Books and Supplies | $385 | $300 | $300 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,541 | $6,354 | $5,922 |
| Other Expenses | $4,329 | $3,771 | $3,546 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,329 | $3,771 | $3,546 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $23,440 | $21,735 | $20,698 |
| Off Campus with Family | $16,899 | $15,381 | $14,776 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assisting | $12,570 | 840 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $11,831 | 36 Credit Hours | 11 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $11,575 | 34 Credit Hours | 11 Months |
| Dental Hygiene | $50,982 | 83 Credit Hours | 20 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $12,097 | 37 Credit Hours | 11 Months |
| Medical Office Management and Administration | $11,827 | 36 Credit Hours | 11 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Assisting | 95 | 9 |
| Dental Hygiene | - | 31 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 71 | - |
| Massage Therapy | 66 | 4 |
| Medical Assistance | 70 | 12 |
| Medical Office Management and Administration | 24 | 4 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 28 | 7 |
| Medical Records Administration | 14 | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 600 Undergraduate: 600
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 65 Female: 535
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 65 Female: 535
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 600 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 600 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 5 | 0.8% |
| Black | 2 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 24 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 52 | 9% |
| White | 508 | 85% |
| Unknown | 9 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 5 | 0.8% |
| Ages 18-19 | 104 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 102 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 113 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 117 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 69 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 38 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 42 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 10 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 85 | 64 | 21 |
| Faculty Status | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Primarily Instruction | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 11 | 11 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 18 | 16 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $46,836 (35) | $57,347 (8) | $43,722 (27) |
| Instructor | $46,836 (35) | $57,347 (8) | $43,722 (27) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,321 (35) | $46,921 (8) | $35,773 (27) |
| Instructor | $38,321 (35) | $46,921 (8) | $35,773 (27) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 85%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 81% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 71% |
| Female | 82% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 80% |
| Black | 70% |
| Asian | 77% |
| Hispanic | 76% |
| White | 82% |
| Unknown | 79% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 3 |
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