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Western Career College - San Leandro
- 170 Bay Fair Mall
- San Leandro, CA 95478
- OPEID College Code: 00974801
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- General Phone: (510) 276-3888
- President: Jeff Akens
- Website: www.westerncollege.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 621
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
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- 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 Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 64 | 551 | 615 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 64 (100%) | 551 (100%) | 615 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 57 (89%) | 481 (87%) | 538 (87%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 64% | 21% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,791 | $2,208 | $1,018 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.6% | 10.3% | 15.1% |
| Number in Default | 336 | 356 | 246 |
| Number in Repayment | 3,495 | 3,426 | 1,619 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $15,192 | $14,760 | $14,040 |
| Books and Supplies | $382 | $381 | $326 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,288 | $8,568 | $8,568 |
| Other Expenses | $3,618 | $3,528 | $3,240 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,888 | $3,780 | $3,240 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $28,480 | $27,237 | $26,174 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,462 | $18,921 | $17,606 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $15,574 | 36 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant | $41,066 | 65 Credit Hours | 17 Months |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | $29,236 | 63 Credit Hours | 22 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $15,469 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $24,255 | 60 Credit Hours | 16 Months |
| Health Services, Allied Health, Health Sciences | $15,877 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Assisting | 49 | 1 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | - | 5 |
| Massage Therapy | 22 | - |
| Medical Administration | 28 | - |
| Medical Assistance | 95 | 4 |
| Nursing, Other | 43 | 6 |
| Pharmacy Technician | - | 43 |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | - | 29 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 621 Undergraduate: 621
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 70 Female: 551
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 70 Female: 551
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 621 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 621 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 3 | 0.5% |
| Black | 215 | 35% |
| Asian | 114 | 18% |
| Hispanic | 132 | 21% |
| White | 100 | 16% |
| Unknown | 57 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 5 | 0.8% |
| Ages 18-19 | 87 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 107 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 111 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 153 | 25% |
| Ages 30-34 | 63 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 47 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 40 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 8 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 81 | 60 | 21 |
| Faculty Status | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Primarily Instruction | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 13 | - |
| Other Professionals | 2 | 2 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 20 | 20 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,920 (25) | $61,402 (6) | $64,715 (19) |
| Instructor | $63,920 (25) | $61,402 (6) | $64,715 (19) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,299 (25) | $50,239 (6) | $52,950 (19) |
| Instructor | $52,299 (25) | $50,239 (6) | $52,950 (19) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 57% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 48% |
| Female | 58% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 49% |
| Asian | 67% |
| Hispanic | 62% |
| White | 60% |
| Unknown | 49% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
