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Western Career College - Pleasant Hill
- 380 Civic Dr Ste 300
- Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
- OPEID College Code: 00974802
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- General Phone: (925) 609-6650
- President: Jeff Akens
- Website: www.westerncollege.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 350
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 44 | 340 | 384 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 44 (100%) | 340 (100%) | 384 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 38 (86%) | 325 (96%) | 363 (95%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 98% | 61% | 18% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,355 | $2,054 | $1,377 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.6% | 10.3% | 15.1% |
| Number in Default | 336 | 356 | 246 |
| Number in Repayment | 3,495 | 3,426 | 1,619 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $15,192 | $14,760 | $14,040 |
| Books and Supplies | $382 | $326 | $326 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,288 | $8,910 | $8,568 |
| Other Expenses | $3,618 | $3,528 | $3,240 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,888 | $3,780 | $3,240 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $28,480 | $27,524 | $26,174 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,462 | $18,866 | $17,606 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $15,574 | 36 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | $29,236 | 63 Credit Hours | 22 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $24,255 | 60 Credit Hours | 16 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $15,469 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | $45,126 | 96 Credit Hours | 26 Months |
| Health Services, Allied Health, Health Sciences | $16,251 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 86 | - |
| Dental Assisting | 62 | - |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | - | 5 |
| Massage Therapy | 35 | - |
| Medical Assistance | - | 21 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | - | 11 |
| Pharmacy Technician | - | 21 |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | - | 34 |
| Medical Records Administration | 13 | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 350 Undergraduate: 350
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 53 Female: 297
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 53 Female: 297
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 350 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 350 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.6% |
| Black | 37 | 11% |
| Asian | 52 | 15% |
| Hispanic | 63 | 18% |
| White | 167 | 48% |
| Unknown | 29 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 38 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 67 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 86 | 25% |
| Ages 25-29 | 73 | 21% |
| Ages 30-34 | 33 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 15 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 25 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 9 | 3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Faculty Status | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 15 | 15 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,000 (8) | - (-) | $40,000 (8) |
| Instructor | $40,000 (8) | - (-) | $40,000 (8) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $32,728 (8) | - (-) | $32,728 (8) |
| Instructor | $32,728 (8) | - (-) | $32,728 (8) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 56% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 63% |
| Female | 55% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 43% |
| Black | 43% |
| Asian | 41% |
| Hispanic | 59% |
| White | 62% |
| Unknown | 50% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
