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Advanced College
- 13180 Paramount Blvd.
- South Gate, CA 90280
- OPEID College Code: 03786300
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- General Phone: (562) 408-6969
- Ceo/Director: Dr. Mehdi Karimpour
- Website: www.advancedcollege.edu

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 103

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Advanced College mission is to build an educational setting that allows for an intellectual and productive environment for students in today's advanced technology. Further, the mission is to provide technical skills and knowledge necessary for employment and career advancement.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- 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
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 92% | 77% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,918 | $3,391 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 14.2% | - | - |
| Number in Default | 8 | - | - |
| Number in Repayment | 56 | 19 | - |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistance
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $9,900 | $9,900 | $8,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $344 | $344 | $300 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,471 | $2,471 | $2,100 |
| Other Expenses | $2,387 | $2,387 | $2,387 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,449 | $1,449 | $1,449 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $15,102 | $15,102 | $13,687 |
| Off Campus with Family | $11,693 | $11,693 | $10,649 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistance | $10,244 | 720 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $26,500 | 1,536 Contact Hours | 11 Months |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | $10,700 | 720 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
| Accounting | $8,538 | 720 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | $8,516 | 720 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
| Physical Therapy | $10,323 | 720 Contact Hours | 7 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Accounting | 17 |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | 11 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 4 |
| English Language and Literature | |
| English Language and Literature | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 58 |
| Massage Therapy | 3 |
| Medical Assistance | 79 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | 32 |
| Physical Therapy | 9 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Computer Installation and Repair Technology | 1 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 103 Undergraduate: 103
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 10 Female: 93
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 10 Female: 93
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 103 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 103 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2 | 2% |
| American Indian | 1 | 1% |
| Black | 23 | 22% |
| Asian | 17 | 17% |
| Hispanic | 56 | 54% |
| White | 4 | 4% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 6 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 17 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 16 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 16 | 16% |
| Ages 30-34 | 17 | 17% |
| Ages 35-39 | 14 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 11 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 5 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Primarily Instruction | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | - | 1 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 76%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
