NORTH AMERICAN TRADE SCHOOLS
- 6901 Security Blvd, Suite 16
- Baltimore, MD 21244
- OPEID College Code: 02545400
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- General Phone: (410) 298-4844
- Director: Matt Daly
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 529
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North American Trade Schools - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.natradeschools.com
- Mission Statement
- THE PURPOSE OF NORTH AMERICAN TRADE SCHOOLS (NATS) IS TO PROVIDE, IN A PRIVATE CAREER SCHOOL SETTING, POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION THAT COMBINES COMPREHENSIVE CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION AND HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH PRACTICAL CAREER-ORIENTED SUCCESS SKILLS TO THOROUGHLY PREPARE EACH STUDENT FOR AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION IN HIS OR HER CHOSEN FIELD. NATS DOES THIS BY KEEPING CURRENT WITH ADVANCES IN THE INDUSTRY.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.natradeschools.com
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 330 | 20 | 350 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 310 (94%) | 16 (80%) | 326 (93%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 195 (63%) | 9 (56%) | 204 (63%) |
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
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 96%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 96% | 96% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,609 | $5,573 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 16.1% | 13.4% | 15.2% |
| Number in Default | 73 | 66 | 47 |
| Number in Repayment | 451 | 491 | 308 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Heating and Air Conditioning
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $12,750 | $12,150 | $10,916 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,214 | $2,214 | $2,257 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,587 | $2,587 | $2,587 |
| Other Expenses | $2,460 | $2,460 | $2,460 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,360 | $2,360 | $2,360 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $20,011 | $19,411 | $18,220 |
| Off Campus with Family | $17,324 | $16,724 | $15,533 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating and Air Conditioning | $14,964 | 1,152 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Electrician | $14,834 | 1,152 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Construction Trades | $14,706 | 1,152 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Truck and Bus Driver | $4,995 | 320 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
| Diesel Mechanics | $13,366 | 1,008 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Welding Technology | $10,454 | 864 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 529 Undergraduate: 529
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 518 Female: 11
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 518 Female: 11
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 529 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 529 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2 | 0.4% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 415 | 78% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | 102 | 19% |
| Unknown | 10 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 5 | 0.9% |
| Ages 20-21 | 40 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 28 | 5% |
| Ages 25-29 | 334 | 63% |
| Ages 30-34 | 58 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 32 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 22 | 4% |
| Age Unknown | 10 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 138 | 118 | 20 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 40 | 30 | 10 |
| Primarily Instruction | 40 | 30 | 10 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 10 | 10 | - |
| Other Professionals | 19 | 19 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 69 | 59 | 10 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 17 | 17 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 40 | 30 | 10 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 62%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
