Praxis Institute
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03114700
- President: Rebeca Alfie
- Fax: (305) 642-6063
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 386
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Student Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
Special Learning Opportunities
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Mission Statement
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- Council on Occupational Education
Facilities and Programs Offered
None 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 Praxis Institute directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Health and Clinical Professions
| Certificate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|
| Massage Therapy Degree | 265 |
Personal and Culinary Services
| Certificate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology Degree | 32 | |
| Personal Grooming Arts, Other Degree | 32 |
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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
The Praxis Institute admissions office phone number is (305) 642-4104. 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: 386
- Undergraduate: 386
Student Gender
- Total Student Gender
- Undergraduate Gender
- Male: 137
- Female: 195
- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1
- Male: 137
- Female: 195
- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1
Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance
- Undergraduate Attendance
- Full-Time: 332
- Part-Time: 0
- Full-Time: 332
- Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | - | - |
| Hispanic | 386 | 100% |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 28 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 69 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 103 | 31% |
| Ages 30-34 | 76 | 23% |
| Ages 35-39 | 28 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 24 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 4 | 1% |
Graduation Rates
Disclaimer
Overall Graduation Rate
- 89%
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Grooming Arts 850 Contact Hours | $7,700 | 12 Months |
| Cosmetology 600 Contact Hours | $7,700 | 8 Months |
| Massage Therapy 600 Contact Hours | $9,200 | 8 Months |
Net Price Calculator
To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Praxis Institute, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://the-praxisinstitute.com 
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 | $10,252 | $9,726 | $10,286 |
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,176 | $10,105 | $9,462 |
| $30,000 - $48,000 | $11,682 | $10,324 | $12,303 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $12,803 | - | - |
Breakdown of Expenses: Personal Grooming Arts, Other
The tables represent a breakdown of the tuition, fees, housing, and other expenses for students enrolled in the Personal Grooming Arts, Other program at Praxis Institute over the past several years.
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off Campus Housing Expenses | |||
| Room and Board | $9,192 | $9,192 | $8,820 |
| Other Expenses | $2,976 | $2,976 | $2,976 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,880 | $2,820 | $2,820 |
| 2011-12 | 2010-11 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $19,868 | $19,868 | $18,996 |
| Off Campus with Family | $10,580 | $10,520 | $10,020 |
Financial Aid
Disclaimer
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
- 81%
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- Avg. Grant or Scholarship Amount
- $2,575/yr
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- Avg. Student Loan Amount
- $4,150/yr
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Financial Aid Office Phone Number
The Praxis Institute financial aid office phone number is (305) 642-4104. 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 | 330 | 81% | - |
| Any Grant or Scholarship Aid | 308 | 76% | $2,575 |
| All Federal Grants | 308 | 76% | $2,500 |
| Pell Grants | 308 | 76% | $2,500 |
| Institutional Grants & Scholarships | 115 | 28% | $200 |
| All Student Loans | 312 | 77% | $4,150 |
| Federal Student Loans | 312 | 77% | $4,150 |
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 (%) | 7.7% | 5.5% | 4.7% |
| Number in Default | 21 | 17 | 18 |
| Number in Repayment | 271 | 308 | 381 |
Crime & Safety
Arrests Made Per Year
This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.
| 2010-11 | 2009-10 | 2008-09 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearby Public Area | |||
| Weapons Related | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Drug Related | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Criminal Offenses Per Year
This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.
| 2010-11 | 2009-10 | 2008-09 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearby Public Area | |||
| Robbery | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Faculty & Instructors
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 43 | 33 | 10 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Primarily Instruction | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Other Professionals | 6 | 6 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 3 | 1 |