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Laurus Technical Institute
- 523 Church Street
- Decatur, GA 30030
- OPEID College Code: 03042700
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- General Phone: (404) 303-2929
- President: Walter Hess
- Website: www.laurus.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 215
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
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- 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: 93%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 92% | 88% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,546 | $1,950 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 19.9% | 20.2% | 14.6% |
| Number in Default | 52 | 60 | 51 |
| Number in Repayment | 261 | 297 | 348 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,160 | $9,000 | $8,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $400 | $400 | $400 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
| Other Expenses | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,600 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $19,360 | $14,200 | $13,200 |
| Off Campus with Family | $15,160 | $10,600 | $9,600 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $13,560 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Office Assistant | $13,350 | 49 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Reception | $13,350 | 49 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | $13,350 | 49 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Medical Office Assistant | 79 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | 140 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 215 Undergraduate: 215
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 95 Female: 120
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 95 Female: 120
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 215 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 215 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 190 | 88% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 9 | 4% |
| White | 15 | 7% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 31 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 33 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 55 | 26% |
| Ages 30-34 | 43 | 20% |
| Ages 35-39 | 22 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 23 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 8 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Primarily Instruction | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 6 | 6 | - |
| Other Professionals | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- Graduation Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 68%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
