Career Colleges of America
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03427400
- Director of Operations: Avi Paladino
- Fax: (562) 861-5516
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 407
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Student Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Employment Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
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Mission Statement
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- Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training
Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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 Career Colleges of America directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Health and Clinical Professions
| Certificate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Degree | 51 | |
| Medical Insurance Specialist Degree | 115 | |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | 62 | |
| Phlebotomy Degree | 19 | |
| Surgical Technology Degree | 130 | |
| Ultrasound Technician Degree | 250 | |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 322 |
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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 Career Colleges of America accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations.
The Career Colleges of America admissions office phone number is (562) 861-8702. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.
Application Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
College Credits Accepted
None Available
Considerations for Admission
- Open Admission Policy - Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Enrollment Data
Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 407
- Undergraduate: 407
Student Gender
- Total Student Gender
- Undergraduate Gender
- Male: 143
- Female: 705
- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.2 : 1
- Male: 143
- Female: 705
- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.2 : 1
Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance
- Undergraduate Attendance
- Full-Time: 848
- Part-Time: 0
- Full-Time: 848
- Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Black | 111 | 27% |
| Asian | 5 | 1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 8 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 244 | 60% |
| White | 27 | 7% |
| Unknown | 11 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 27 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 103 | 12% |
| Ages 20-21 | 125 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 157 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 172 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 116 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 64 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 53 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 25 | 3% |
| Age Unknown | 6 | 0.7% |
Graduation Rates
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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: 66%
Overall Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| All Students | 73% |
Graduation Rates By Gender
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Male | 72% |
| Female | 73% |
Graduation Rates By Race
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 63% |
| Asian | 75% |
| Hispanic | 76% |
| White | 70% |
| Unknown | 77% |
Tuition & Fees
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Tuition and Fees for the Largest Programs Offered
The table below details the programs offered with the highest student enrollment. The details include tuition, fees, contact/credit hours, and the average time it takes for students to complete each program.
| Tuition and Fees | Avg Program Completion | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant 24 Credit Hours | $14,200 | 8 Months |
| Ultrasound Technician 64 Credit Hours | $36,600 | 17 Months |
| Surgical Technology 54 Credit Hours | $29,500 | 16 Months |
| Medical Insurance Specialist 24 Credit Hours | $14,300 | 8 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse 52 Credit Hours | $36,700 | 15 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician 25 Credit Hours | $14,300 | 8 Months |
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.
| 2010-11 | 2009-10 | 2008-09 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Net Price | $18,265 | $17,937 | $16,613 |
| $0 - $30,000 | $18,424 | $17,612 | $16,678 |
| $30,000 - $48,000 | $18,517 | $17,666 | $17,287 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $19,199 | $19,783 | $19,513 |
| More Than $110,000 | $23,122 | - | - |
Breakdown of Expenses: Medical Assistant
The tables represent a breakdown of the tuition, fees, housing, and other expenses for students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program at Career Colleges of America over the past several years.
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $14,200 | $13,400 | $13,200 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off Campus Housing Expenses | |||
| Room and Board | $9,656 | $9,760 | $9,664 |
| Other Expenses | $3,608 | $3,464 | $3,552 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,720 | $3,592 | $3,680 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $27,464 | $27,074 | $26,866 |
| Off Campus with Family | $17,920 | $17,442 | $17,330 |
Financial Aid
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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
- % Receiving Any Financial Aid
- 95%
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- Avg. Grant or Scholarship Amount
- $5,088/yr
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- Avg. Student Loan Amount
- $9,076/yr
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Financial Aid Office Phone Number
The Career Colleges of America financial aid office phone number is (562) 861-8702. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.
Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11
| # Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 771 | 95% | - |
| Any Grant or Scholarship Aid | 756 | 93% | $5,088 |
| All Federal Grants | 756 | 93% | $5,078 |
| Pell Grants | 756 | 93% | $4,907 |
| Other Federal Grants | 674 | 83% | $192 |
| State/Local Grants & Scholarships | 2 | 0% | $3,623 |
| All Student Loans | 723 | 89% | $9,076 |
| Federal Student Loans | 723 | 89% | $9,076 |
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.
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.5% | 15.9% | 11.4% |
| Number in Default | 86 | 118 | 78 |
| Number in Repayment | 900 | 741 | 683 |
Faculty & Instructors
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 168 | 140 | 28 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 76 | 55 | 21 |
| Primarily Instruction | 76 | 55 | 21 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 23 | 23 | - |
| Other Professionals | 42 | 42 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 4 | - |