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Sunstate Academy
- 2525 Drew St
- Clearwater, FL 33765
- OPEID College Code: 02524000
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- General Phone: (727) 538-3827
- Director of Operations: Kelly King
- Website: www.sunstate.edu

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 233

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Sunstate Academy's mission is to instill in every student, through quality education and motivation, to believe in themselves and their ability to suceed. Students set goals and objectives within their reach and with the technical knowledge and skills, they become successful in their chosen fields.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $15.00
- 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: 63%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 49% | 48% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,563 | $1,807 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.5% | 8.3% | 4.6% |
| Number in Default | 9 | 8 | 2 |
| Number in Repayment | 94 | 96 | 43 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $11,550 | $11,200 | $10,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $1,212 | $895 | $874 |
| Other Expenses | $488 | $495 | $493 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $605 | $327 | $319 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $14,150 | $13,490 | $12,567 |
| Off Campus with Family | $13,055 | $12,427 | $11,519 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $12,450 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | $15,475 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $7,900 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Nail Technician | $2,920 | 240 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Massage Therapy | - |
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Barbering | 4 |
| Cosmetology | 52 |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | - |
| Nail Technician | 11 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 233 Undergraduate: 233
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 26 Female: 207
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 26 Female: 207
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 165 Part-Time: 68
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 165 Part-Time: 68
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 44 | 19% |
| Asian | 4 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 20 | 9% |
| White | 165 | 71% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 52 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 44 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 38 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 35 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 22 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 22 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 16 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Other Professionals | 3 | 3 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | - | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | - | 1 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 20%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 84%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 85%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
