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Hazleton Area Career Center
- 1451 W 23rd Street
- Hazleton, PA 18202
- OPEID College Code: 02554500
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- General Phone: (570) 459-3172
- Superintendent of Schools: Frank W. Victor
- Website: www.hasd.k12.pa.us
- Type: Public, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 37
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The Practical Nursing Program and the Hazleton Area School District/Hazleton Area Career Center share in a commitment to providing an educational program that is responsive to an identified set of professional nursing standards that include the nursing standards set forth by the American Nurses' Association (ANA). Nursing faculty believe that the program's course of study facilitates acquiring those values, attitudes, skills and knowledge needed for nursing practice. Since 1969, the Program has incorporated nursing standards to guide program development. These standards reflect a strong commitment to service within the nursing profession.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 67% | 67% | 75% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,070 | $4,767 | $4,784 | $2,711 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.1% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| Number in Repayment | 8 | 34 | 22 |
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 | $8,786 | $8,786 | $8,786 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,321 | $1,246 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $12,500 | $12,000 | $10,000 |
| Other Expenses | $2,600 | $2,500 | $2,300 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,600 | $2,500 | $2,300 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $25,236 | $24,607 | $22,332 |
| Off Campus with Family | $12,736 | $12,607 | $12,332 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $10,136 | 1,540 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 37 Undergraduate: 37
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3 Female: 34
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3 Female: 34
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 37 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 37 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1 | 3% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | 36 | 97% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 3 | 8% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1 | 3% |
| Ages 22-24 | 5 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 5 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 3 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 11 | 30% |
| Ages 50-65 | 5 | 14% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Primarily Instruction | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | 1 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 87%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 67%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
