SOUTHERN CAREERS INSTITUTE INC
- 2301 S Congress Ste 27
- Austin, TX 78704
- OPEID College Code: 03035300
- General Phone: (512) 448-4795 x209
- President: Joel P. Meck
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 226
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Southern Careers Institute Inc - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.scitexas.edu

- Mission Statement
- Instruct students to such competency levels that they are qualified for employment and become gainfully employed in their chosen profession.
Accreditation
- Council on Occupational Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
Southern Careers Institute Inc Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 5 | 24 | 29 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 4 (80%) | 23 (96%) | 27 (93%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 4 (100%) | 21 (91%) | 25 (93%) |
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: 88%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 17% | 88% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,652 | $2,863 | - | $1,200 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 21.5% | 22.5% | 18.9% |
| Number in Default | 229 | 269 | 219 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,065 | 1,193 | 1,156 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,600 | $10,600 | $10,600 |
| Books and Supplies | $350 | $350 | $350 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,020 | $6,768 | $6,516 |
| Other Expenses | $6,588 | $6,336 | $5,436 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,528 | $3,384 | $3,276 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $27,558 | $24,054 | $22,902 |
| Off Campus with Family | $17,478 | $14,334 | $14,226 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $13,950 | 978 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Administrative Assistant | $10,950 | 650 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
| Bookkeeping | $12,950 | 806 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Administration | $12,950 | 780 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $12,950 | 848 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Medical Insurance Coding | $13,950 | 858 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 226 Undergraduate: 226
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 22 Female: 204
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 22 Female: 204
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 226 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 226 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 15 | 7% |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.9% |
| Black | 30 | 13% |
| Asian | 7 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 95 | 42% |
| White | 72 | 32% |
| Unknown | 5 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 4 | 2% |
| Ages 20-21 | 24 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 40 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 69 | 31% |
| Ages 30-34 | 55 | 24% |
| Ages 35-39 | 14 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 10 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 6 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 24 | 24 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 13 | 13 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 13 | 13 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 9 | 9 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | 1 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 63%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009