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Career Colleges of America
- 5612 E Imperial Hwy
- South Gate, CA 90280
- OPEID College Code: 03427400
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- General Phone: (562) 861-8702
- Director of Operations: Avi Paladino
- Website: careercolleges.org
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 964
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
- Career Colleges of America (CCA) will provide quality and valued-training programs and services to our students in order for themto obtain the skills and competencies needed for entry-level positions in their chosen fields; locate employment opportunities for our graduates; and promote an environment for employees and students which fosters teamwork, personal growth, and respect for the individual.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 96%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 71% | 92% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,552 | $3,597 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.8% | 11.8% | 11.6% |
| Number in Default | 47 | 63 | 61 |
| Number in Repayment | 595 | 531 | 525 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Licensed Practical Nurse Training
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $28,220 | $26,215 | $21,257 |
| Books and Supplies | $755 | $755 | $765 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,288 | $8,910 | $6,664 |
| Other Expenses | $3,618 | $3,528 | $2,604 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,888 | $3,780 | $2,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $41,881 | $39,408 | $31,290 |
| Off Campus with Family | $32,863 | $30,750 | $24,822 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $28,975 | 52 Credit Hours | 15 Months |
| Surgical Technology | $27,558 | 54 Credit Hours | 15 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $13,000 | 24 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | $13,280 | 24 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | $12,500 | 24 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $13,410 | 25 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | 25 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 163 |
| Medical Assistance | 101 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | 69 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 38 |
| Surgical Technology | 113 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | |
| Legal Assistant, Paralegal | 7 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 964 Undergraduate: 964
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 125 Female: 839
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 125 Female: 839
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 964 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 964 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Black | 369 | 38% |
| Asian | 52 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 458 | 48% |
| White | 58 | 6% |
| Unknown | 26 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 89 | 9% |
| Ages 20-21 | 182 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 163 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 220 | 23% |
| Ages 30-34 | 124 | 13% |
| Ages 35-39 | 76 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 85 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 25 | 3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 237 | 199 | 38 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 136 | 100 | 36 |
| Primarily Instruction | 136 | 100 | 36 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 35 | 35 | - |
| Other Professionals | 42 | 40 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 24 | 24 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 20 | 20 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 69%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 89%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
