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Praxis Institute
- 1850 SW 8th St 4th Fl
- Miami, FL 33135
- OPEID College Code: 03114700
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- General Phone: (305) 642-4104
- President: Miguel Alfie
- Website: The-praxisinstitute.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 288

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The mission of The Praxis Institute is to provide quality training to the community leading to employment. Thereby, enabling students to engage in a mutually beneficial and supportive process. We further beleave that the primary goal of our institution is to offer programs with the necessary skills compatible with the needs and demands of today's competitive job market.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- 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: 78%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 76% | 66% | 2% | 63% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,417 | $2,500 | $4,136 | $200 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.7% | - | 5.4% |
| Number in Default | 20 | - | 12 |
| Number in Repayment | 419 | 373 | 222 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Books and Supplies | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,540 | $7,420 | $7,380 |
| Other Expenses | $3,974 | $3,948 | $3,924 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,988 | $2,988 | $2,988 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $17,064 | $16,918 | $16,854 |
| Off Campus with Family | $8,538 | $8,538 | $8,538 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | $5,550 | 900 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Cosmetology | $5,550 | 600 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $7,150 | 600 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Massage Therapy | 199 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Cosmetology | 28 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 288 Undergraduate: 288
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 119 Female: 169
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 119 Female: 169
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 288 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 288 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2 | 0.7% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 286 | 99% |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 26 | 9% |
| Ages 22-24 | 53 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 83 | 29% |
| Ages 30-34 | 81 | 28% |
| Ages 35-39 | 40 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 5 | 5 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- Graduation Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 79%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
