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Mt Sierra College

101 E Huntington Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03128700
  • Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Quarter
  • Highest Degree: Bachelor's
  • Local Area: Large Suburb

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About
Mt. Sierra College, located in Monrovia, California, offers students educational opportunities in a variety of technology related fields. The school is dedicated to offering top quality career educations for students wishing to utilize computers on a technical or artistic level, with its programs offerings reflecting that commitment. Students may pursue an on campus education or online, with opportunity to complete a bachelor's degree program within 3 years through flexible scheduling. Students will also participate in a mentoring program where a faculty member with professional experience will assist in the growth of the student through personal insight and advice.

Academics
Mt. Sierra College offers programs in computer technology and media arts, allowing students pursue the computer related field that best suits their career goals. All programs result in a bachelor's degree, typically taking four years to complete, though may be longer or shorter depending on an individual student's scheduling needs. These programs offer students the education and skills necessary to obtain employment in growing high salary fields.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Mt. Sierra College may apply year round, and begin courses in the fall, winter, spring and summer quarters. Applicants must be high school graduates, or have an equivalent, and admissions to the school is based solely on the review of transcripts from one's previous school.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students will be asked to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may also be asked to complete additional applications or provide additional documents as needed by the school to review information and disburse funds. 

 

For more information about our graduation rates, the media debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit http://disclosures.graggadv.com/school-disclosures/index.php?id=38.

 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.mtsierra.edu

Campus Map

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Accreditation

  • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Four-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Mt Sierra College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 Bachelor
Business Administration Degree9
Entrepreneurial Studies Degree1

Communication Technology

 Bachelor
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree3

Computer and Information Sciences

 Bachelor
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree6
Computer and Information Systems Security Degree7
Computer Systems Networking Degree6

Visual and Performing Arts

 Bachelor
Design and Visual Communications Degree3
Game and Interactive Media Design Degree10
Graphic Design Degree11

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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Mt Sierra College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.mtsierra.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Mt Sierra College admissions office phone number is (626) 873-2100. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.mtsierra.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • Formal Demonstration of Competencies
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants267112379
Number Granted Admission (%)119 (45%)34 (30%)153 (40%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)105 (88%)33 (97%)138 (90%)

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 535

    • - Undergraduate: 535

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 350

    - Female: 115

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 3.0 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 350

    - Female: 115

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 3.0 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 210

    - Part-Time: 255

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 210

    - Part-Time: 255

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien20.4%
American Indian30.6%
Black5110%
Asian509%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40.7%
Hispanic21039%
White15930%
Unknown5310%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Ages 18-19429%
Ages 20-219520%
Ages 22-248719%
Ages 25-2911926%
Ages 30-345011%
Ages 35-39327%
Ages 40-49174%
Ages 50-65215%
Age Unknown20.4%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 69%
  • Part-Time Students: 45%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students27%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male23%
Female38%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien-
Black20%
Asian33%
Hispanic18%
White43%
Unknown24%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less17%
5 Years24%
6 Years27%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Mt Sierra College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.mtsierra.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$31,173$27,272$23,312
$0 - $30,000$30,138$30,466$23,683
$30,000 - $48,000$32,733$25,744$20,439
$48,001 - $75,000$34,387-$26,758
$75,001 - $110,000$35,929-$27,585
More Than $110,000$35,929-$27,585

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$14,094$18,096$17,136
In-State Tuition and Fees$14,094$18,096$17,136
Out of State Tuition and Fees$14,094$18,096$17,136
Books and Supplies$1,656$3,858$3,606

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,863$12,284$11,167
Other Expenses$4,059$4,683$4,257
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$8,532$4,683$8,871

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$15,750$21,954$20,742
In-State$15,750$21,954$20,742
Out of State$15,750$21,954$20,742
Off Campus
In-District$30,672$38,921$36,166
In-State$30,672$38,921$36,166
Out of State$30,672$38,921$36,166
Off Campus with Family
In-District$24,282$31,712$29,613
In-State$24,282$31,712$29,613
Out of State$24,282$31,712$29,613

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Mt Sierra College financial aid office phone number is (626) 873-2127. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid31100%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid2684%$6,084
All Federal Grants2168%$5,285
Pell Grants2168%$4,645
Other Federal Grants1548%$895
State/Local Grants & Scholarships413%$4,553
Institutional Grants & Scholarships1342%$2,231
All Student Loans2787%$4,862
Federal Student Loans2787%$4,566
Other Student Loans13%$8,000

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)7.6%6.3%10.6%
Number in Default171430
Number in Repayment223221283

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Burglary--1
Vehicle Theft1--

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees854144
Faculty Status43-43
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service43-43
Primarily Instruction43-43
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1010-
Other Professionals26251
Technical and/or Paraprofessional66-
Clerical And Secretarial44-
Service and/or Maintenance11-
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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