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Diesel Driving Academy
- 4709 Greenwood Rd
- Shreveport, LA 71109
- OPEID College Code: 02260200
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- General Phone: (318) 636-6300
- President: Bruce a Busada
- Website: www.dieseldrivingacademy.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 117
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Diesel Driving Academy, Inc. was established for the purpose of screening, testing , evaluating and training men and women in both preparatory and supplemental training for the trucking industry as over-the-road and local truck drivers.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- 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: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 96% | - | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,352 | $2,700 | $5,865 | $500 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.2% | - | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | - | - |
| Number in Repayment | 81 | 5 | - |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Truck and Bus Driver, Commercial Vehicle Operation
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $8,400 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,067 | $5,067 | $5,067 |
| Other Expenses | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,713 | $2,713 | $2,713 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $13,717 | $13,217 | $13,217 |
| Off Campus with Family | $11,113 | $10,613 | $10,613 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck and Bus Driver, Commercial Vehicle Operation | $8,400 | 495 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | |
| Truck and Bus Driver, Commercial Vehicle Operation | 171 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 117 Undergraduate: 117
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 101 Female: 16
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 101 Female: 16
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 117 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 117 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 96 | 82% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | 21 | 18% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 9 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 34 | 29% |
| Ages 25-29 | 27 | 23% |
| Ages 30-34 | 22 | 19% |
| Ages 35-39 | 12 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 10 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 3 | 3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 24 | 20 | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 3 | 3 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2 | 2 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 2 | - |
- Graduation Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 100%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
