AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
- 1600 East Hill Street, BLDG 1
- Signal Hill, CA 90755
- OPEID College Code: 03225300
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- General Phone: (562) 988-2278 x112
- President: Kim Dang
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 112
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History
The American University of Health Sciences, located in Signal Hill, CA, was founded in 1994 Kim Dang and Gregory Johnson to provide quality education and produce qualified health scientists and health professionals. AUHS received it accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). AUHS is a Christian college and adheres to the values of love and caring for humankind, justice, and respect. Additionally, AUHS is committed to serving underrepresented populations.
Academics
AUHS values intellectual engagement, professional excellence and clinical research and scholarship, service to mankind diversity and Christian values. AUHS provides 4 year programs and a strong academic environment to give students the skills necessary to succeed in patient care, research, and pharmaceuticals.
Programs offered are:
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Biomedical Studies
- Pharmacy Technician
- Medical Assistant
Pharmacy technician and medical assistant are certificate programs.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Interested students should schedule an appointment with an admissions counselor and complete the application packet with all the required documentation along with the application fee. Individuals will then be asked to a second interview with the dean and admissions director to determine admission. Once this is complete an enrollment agreement will be given and an appointment will be made with a financial aid counselor to determine tuition fee plans and determine financial aid eligibility.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.auhs.edu

- Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Links
- Admissions: http:
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 67% | 100% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $1,145 | $5,749 | - | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.4% | 5.0% | 4.4% |
| Number in Default | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 29 | 40 | 67 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $30,000 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,352 | $11,352 | $11,352 |
| Other Expenses | $4,080 | $4,080 | $4,080 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,312 | $1,312 | $1,312 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $46,432 | $46,432 | $46,432 |
| Off Campus with Family | $32,312 | $32,312 | $32,312 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $31,000 | 189 Credit Hours | 36 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $10,125 | 54 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Clinical and Industrial Drug Development | $26,550 | 85 Credit Hours | 24 Months |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $10,125 | 59 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other Degree | - | - | - |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other Degree | - | - | - |
| Nursing Degree | - | - | - |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | 15 | - | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 112 Undergraduate: 112
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 44 Female: 68
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 44 Female: 68
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 94 Part-Time: 18
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 94 Part-Time: 18
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 12 | 11% |
| Asian | 86 | 77% |
| Hispanic | 10 | 9% |
| White | 1 | 0.9% |
| Unknown | 3 | 3% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 12 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 22 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 27 | 24% |
| Ages 30-34 | 9 | 8% |
| Age Unknown | 42 | 38% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Faculty Status | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Primarily Instruction | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 4 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,000 (6) | - (-) | $52,000 (6) |
| Instructor | $52,000 (6) | - (-) | $52,000 (6) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,546 (6) | - (-) | $42,546 (6) |
| Instructor | $42,546 (6) | - (-) | $42,546 (6) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 24%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 24%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 85% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 73% |
| Female | 93% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 82% |
| Asian | 78% |
| Hispanic | 94% |
| White | 88% |
| Unknown | 100% |