ACT COLLEGE
- 1100 Wilson Blvd, Suite M780
- Arlington, VA 22209
- OPEID College Code: 03091100
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- General Phone: (703) 527-6660
- President/Ceo: Jeffrey S. Moore
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 501
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Act College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.actcollege.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of ACT College is to provide allied health education that improves the quality of life in our community.
Objectives:
Open the door for opportunities by selecting candidates who are motivated to achieve career success
Counsel candidates, based on individual needs, to make education financing understandable, affordable and attainable
Deliver an accelerated, authentic, competency-based learning environment that fosters transferable career skills and a commitment to life-long learning
Bridge education with occupational resources and a supportive network of community professionals that opens doors to career opportunities
Accreditation
- Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 89% | 93% | 2% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,546 | $2,238 | $1,378 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 14.7% | 11.0% | 12.5% |
| Number in Default | 80 | 59 | 70 |
| Number in Repayment | 543 | 536 | 560 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,470 | $12,958 | $12,958 |
| Books and Supplies | $500 | - | - |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,081 | $8,829 | $7,624 |
| Other Expenses | $5,904 | $5,805 | $4,888 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,113 | $4,041 | $3,384 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $28,955 | $27,592 | $25,470 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,083 | $16,999 | $16,342 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $13,970 | 62 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Dental Assistant | $13,970 | 58 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Radiologic Technology | $28,913 | 77 Credit Hours | 24 Months |
| Medical Office Assistant | $10,422 | 41 Credit Hours | 5 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $12,770 | 73 Credit Hours | 7 Months |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $20,600 | 62 Credit Hours | 15 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Assistant Degree | 68 | 3 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist Degree | - | - |
| Medical Office Assistant Degree | 13 | 1 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration, Other Degree | 11 | 2 |
| Radiologic Technology Degree | - | 14 |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 132 | 24 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 501 Undergraduate: 501
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 59 Female: 442
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 59 Female: 442
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 495 Part-Time: 6
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 495 Part-Time: 6
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 10 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 324 | 65% |
| Asian | 6 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 67 | 13% |
| White | 88 | 18% |
| Unknown | 6 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 68 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 81 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 71 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 106 | 21% |
| Ages 30-34 | 64 | 13% |
| Ages 35-39 | 50 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 33 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 6 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 21 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Faculty Status | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 9 | 9 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 9 | 9 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,027 (12) | $41,431 (5) | $44,167 (7) |
| Instructor | $43,027 (12) | $41,431 (5) | $44,167 (7) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $35,205 (12) | $33,899 (5) | $36,138 (7) |
| Instructor | $35,205 (12) | $33,899 (5) | $36,138 (7) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 73%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 79%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 73% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 63% |
| Female | 74% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
