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Ross Medical Education Center
- 3918 N Druid Hills Rd
- Decatur, GA 30033
- OPEID College Code: 03391300
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- General Phone: (404) 633-1747
- President: Paul Mitchell
- Website: www.rossmedicaleducation.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 51
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The staff of Ross Medical Education Center believes our purpose is to make available to students quality training and student services necessary to undertake careers in the allied health fields. The objectives to fulfill the mission of Ross Medical Education Center are:
-To prepare the graduate for entry-level positions in a physician's office, clinic, or other medical setting.
-To provide a program that focuses on both the clinical and the administrative aspects of medical assisting.
-To maintain current industry standards and practices.
-To ensure that faculty have the necessary and relevant work experience and educational preparation for effective program delivery.
-To maintain a high level of employer and graduate satisfaction by providing active and ongoing career development services.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 8 | 160 | 168 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | - (-) | 38 (24%) | 38 (23%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | - (-) | 38 (100%) | 38 (100%) |
- 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 | 80% | 100% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,500 | $3,000 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.7% | - | 5.5% |
| Number in Default | 4 | - | 4 |
| Number in Repayment | 70 | 69 | 72 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $9,950 | $9,430 | $8,860 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,545 | $6,360 | $6,230 |
| Other Expenses | $3,605 | $3,507 | $3,430 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,366 | $2,303 | $2,254 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $20,100 | $19,297 | $18,640 |
| Off Campus with Family | $12,316 | $11,733 | $11,234 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $9,950 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 51 Undergraduate: 51
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 0 Female: 51
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 0 Female: 51
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 51 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 51 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 46 | 90% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 1 | 2% |
| White | 2 | 4% |
| Unknown | 2 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 3 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 8 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 11 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 10 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 5 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 7 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 4 | - | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 4 | - | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 4 | 1 | 3 |
- Graduation Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 72%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
