MT SIERRA COLLEGE
- 101 E Huntington Dr
- Monrovia, CA 91016
- OPEID College Code: 03128700
- General Phone: (626) 873-2144
- Chairman, President: Vaughn Hartunian
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 465
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Mt Sierra College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.mtsierra.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of Mt. Sierra College is to prepare students for successful careers in the fields of business, media arts and technology. The College is dedicated to helping students become solution-oriented leaders who can think critically and act with a strong sense of professionalism, high ethical standards and a spirit of community service. Its academic programs prepare students to be leaders in their chosen fields by providing a high quality, balanced, hands-on education. Students learn how to effectively use technology to creatively solve problems facing the global marketplace. In preparing tomorrow's leaders, the Collge offers students opportunities to better understand the world around them through a strong commitment to general education.
Mt. Sierra College is dedicated to serving the educational needs of a geographically diverse population through the use of technology. The College is committed to providing educational opportunities using campus-based and online programs.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Other Technology-Related Schools
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
Mt Sierra College Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 51 | 13 | 64 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 40 (78%) | 8 (62%) | 48 (75%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 39 (98%) | 8 (100%) | 47 (98%) |
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: 89%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 78% | 56% | 22% | 11% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,098 | $3,242 | $5,307 | $500 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.3% | 10.6% | 5.1% |
| Number in Default | 14 | 30 | 23 |
| Number in Repayment | 221 | 283 | 447 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $17,136 | $16,119 | $16,119 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $17,136 | $16,119 | $16,119 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $17,136 | $16,119 | $16,119 |
| Books and Supplies | $3,606 | $3,402 | $3,180 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,167 | $10,152 | $6,880 |
| Other Expenses | $4,257 | $3,870 | $6,558 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,871 | $3,870 | $6,558 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $20,742 | $19,521 | $19,299 |
| In-State | $20,742 | $19,521 | $19,299 |
| Out of State | $20,742 | $19,521 | $19,299 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $36,166 | $33,543 | $32,737 |
| In-State | $36,166 | $33,543 | $32,737 |
| Out of State | $36,166 | $33,543 | $32,737 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $29,613 | $27,585 | $25,857 |
| In-State | $29,613 | $27,585 | $25,857 |
| Out of State | $29,613 | $27,585 | $25,857 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Bachelor | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Business Administration Degree | 4 |
| E-Commerce Degree | 6 |
| Communication Technology | |
| Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree | 6 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree | 6 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security Degree | 6 |
| Computer Systems Networking Degree | 17 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Design and Applied Arts, Other Degree | 6 |
| Design and Visual Communications Degree | 9 |
| Graphic Design Degree | 14 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 465 Undergraduate: 465
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 350 Female: 115
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 350 Female: 115
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 210 Part-Time: 255
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 210 Part-Time: 255
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 97 | 21% |
| White | 139 | 30% |
| Unknown | 54 | 12% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 42 | 9% |
| Ages 20-21 | 95 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 87 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 119 | 26% |
| Ages 30-34 | 50 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 32 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 17 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 21 | 5% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Faculty Status | 54 | 8 | 46 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 54 | 8 | 46 |
| Primarily Instruction | 54 | 8 | 46 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 12 | 12 | - |
| Other Professionals | 23 | 23 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 9 | 9 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 8 | 8 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,585 (8) | $60,209 (7) | $55,211 (1) |
| Professor | $59,585 (8) | $60,209 (7) | $55,211 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,752 (8) | $49,263 (7) | $45,174 (1) |
| Professor | $48,752 (8) | $49,263 (7) | $45,174 (1) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 21% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 21% |
| Female | 20% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 19% |
| White | 13% |
| Unknown | 43% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 16% |
| 5 Years | 19% |
| 6 Years | 21% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | 3 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009