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Sawyer School
- 101 Main St
- Pawtucket, RI 02860
- OPEID College Code: 01115900
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- General Phone: (401) 272-8400
- President: Carol Paradise
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 750
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The mission of The Sawyer School is to enhance the ability of students enrolled and to improve their quality of life through career education. The fundamental purpose of The Sawyer School is to provide specialized vocational training by blending educational and career-related atmospheres so that students may develop marketable skills in the shortest possible time.
The School's objective is to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to secure successful and financially rewarding careers. In today's business world, technological and procedural changes occur at ever-escalating rates. It is The Sawyer School's intent to become aware of employers' needs and to gear curricula to meet them. The school's recognition of these demands has led to the development of educational programs that concentrate on areas relevant to meeting vocational goals and employers' expectations.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 70% | 71% | 14% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,776 | $2,591 | $734 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 23.4% | 17.3% | 17.9% |
| Number in Default | 164 | 121 | 116 |
| Number in Repayment | 700 | 697 | 646 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $17,300 | $17,300 | $15,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,415 | $8,190 | $7,893 |
| Other Expenses | $4,735 | $4,708 | $4,546 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,735 | $4,708 | $4,546 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $30,450 | $30,198 | $27,939 |
| Off Campus with Family | $22,035 | $22,008 | $20,046 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $17,300 | 1,140 Contact Hours | 14 Months |
| Management Information Systems | $17,200 | 960 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Medical Administration | $17,200 | 720 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Management Information Systems and Services, Other | $17,300 | 1,140 Contact Hours | 14 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Management Information Systems | 5 |
| Management Information Systems and Services, Other | 45 |
| Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Medical Administration | 207 |
| Medical Assistance | 23 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 750 Undergraduate: 750
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 84 Female: 666
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 84 Female: 666
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 750 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 750 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 4 | 0.5% |
| Black | 214 | 29% |
| Asian | 13 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 263 | 35% |
| White | 110 | 15% |
| Unknown | 146 | 19% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 105 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 154 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 161 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 141 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 75 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 40 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 57 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 8 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.1% |
| Age Uknown | 8 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 105 | 65 | 40 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Primarily Instruction | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 9 | 9 | - |
| Other Professionals | 20 | 19 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 49%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 3 | 5 |
| Vehicle Theft | 3 | 5 |
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