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Olympian University of Cosmetology
- 1810 E Tenth St
- Alamogordo, NM 88310
- OPEID College Code: 01300500
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- General Phone: (505) 437-2221
- Financial Aid Admin: Michele Leon
- Website: www.olympianuniversity.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 776
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
- It is the hope and purpose of the school to provide students with a positive learning environment and a pathway to career success in cosmetology arts and sciences .
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- 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: 85%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 83% | 71% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,501 | $2,384 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.6% | 8.0% | 2.6% |
| Number in Default | 45 | 12 | 2 |
| Number in Repayment | 467 | 149 | 75 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,650 | $12,500 | $11,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,370 | $9,072 | $8,100 |
| Other Expenses | $4,896 | $4,761 | $4,455 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,204 | $3,114 | $2,916 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $28,916 | $26,333 | $24,055 |
| Off Campus with Family | $16,854 | $15,614 | $14,416 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $13,650 | 1,600 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | $13,650 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Aesthetician | $12,500 | 750 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Other | $4,000 | 750 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Barbering | $13,650 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Nail Technician | $4,090 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Aesthetician | 38 |
| Barbering | 1 |
| Cosmetology | 58 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | 237 |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | 14 |
| Nail Technician | 15 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 776 Undergraduate: 776
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 43 Female: 733
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 43 Female: 733
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 776 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 776 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 12 | 2% |
| Black | 139 | 18% |
| Asian | 8 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 242 | 31% |
| White | 308 | 40% |
| Unknown | 67 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 30 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 191 | 25% |
| Ages 20-21 | 109 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 137 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 138 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 73 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 36 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 46 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 9 | 1% |
| Age Uknown | 7 | 0.9% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 86 | 79 | 7 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 61 | 54 | 7 |
| Primarily Instruction | 61 | 54 | 7 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 18 | 18 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 17 | 17 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 15%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 86%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
