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Valley Career College
- 878 Jackman St
- El Cajon, CA 92020
- OPEID College Code: 03441400
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- General Phone: (619) 593-5111
- President: Thomas Mueller
- Website: valleycareercollege.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 248
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 VALLEY CAREER COLLEGE IS TO PROVIDE INTENSIVE, RELEVANT, CAREER TRAINING WHICH WILL ASSIST INDIVIDUALS ENTERING INTO THEIR CHOSEN CAREER FIELD.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 10 | 103 | 113 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 6 (60%) | 95 (92%) | 101 (89%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 6 (100%) | 95 (100%) | 101 (100%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 82%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 57% | 72% | - | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,445 | $2,553 | - | $2,450 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.6% | 2.1% | 5.6% |
| Number in Default | 9 | 5 | 12 |
| Number in Repayment | 192 | 229 | 211 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Health Management and Clinical Assistant
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $11,955 | $10,875 | $10,183 |
| Books and Supplies | $564 | $564 | $462 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,256 | $8,910 | $8,478 |
| Other Expenses | $3,216 | $3,727 | $3,532 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,456 | $3,913 | $3,784 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $23,991 | $24,076 | $22,655 |
| Off Campus with Family | $15,975 | $15,352 | $14,429 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Management and Clinical Assistant | $12,519 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $13,069 | 760 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Office Assistant | $12,414 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $12,403 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | $12,442 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Computer Technology and Computer Systems Technology | $12,899 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | 29 |
| Engineering Technology | |
| Computer Technology and Computer Systems Technology | 13 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Medical Assistance | 64 |
| Medical Office Assistant | 48 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 37 |
| Health Management and Clinical Assistant | 34 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 248 Undergraduate: 248
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 41 Female: 207
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 41 Female: 207
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 248 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 248 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.4% |
| Black | 63 | 25% |
| Asian | 18 | 7% |
| Hispanic | 69 | 28% |
| White | 79 | 32% |
| Unknown | 18 | 7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 46 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 49 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 51 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 34 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 19 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 19 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 20 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 3 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.4% |
| Age Uknown | 6 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- Graduation Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 62%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
