AMERICAN CAREER COLLEGE
- 3130 East Sedona Court
- Ontario, CA 91764
- OPEID College Code: 03971300
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- General Phone: (951) 739-0788
- President/Ceo: David A. Pyle
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 1,115
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American Career College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.americancareer.com

- Mission Statement
- American Career College is dedicated to the belief that all students have the right to succeed to their full potential. To meet this challenge in postsecondary education, American Career College's mission is to provide adult learners with the skills and technical knowledge neede for initial employment in entry-level positions.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 62 | 290 | 352 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 47 (76%) | 220 (76%) | 267 (76%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 47 (100%) | 220 (100%) | 267 (100%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 91% | 83% | 1% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $9,679 | $4,338 | $2,712 | $1,017 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.6% | 3.1% | - |
| Number in Default | 9 | 7 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 345 | 220 | 11 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Assistant
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $14,395 | $12,575 | $11,325 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,664 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,552 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,680 | $4,014 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $27,611 | $26,597 | $24,231 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,075 | $16,589 | $15,213 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $14,395 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Medical Records Technology | $14,395 | 800 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $14,395 | 720 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Laser and Optical Technology | $14,395 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Surgical Technology | $30,000 | 1,540 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $13,500 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Assistant Degree | - | - |
| Massage Therapy Degree | 62 | - |
| Nursing, Other Degree | - | - |
| Opticianry, Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician Degree | 51 | - |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | 91 | - |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician Degree | - | - |
| Surgical Technology Degree | - | - |
| Ultrasound Technician Degree | 73 | - |
| Medical Records Technology Degree | 76 | - |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 296 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,115 Undergraduate: 1,115
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 227 Female: 888
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 227 Female: 888
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,115 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,115 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 208 | 19% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 6 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 210 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 223 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 203 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 201 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 117 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 62 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 71 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 22 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 109 | 81 | 28 |
| Faculty Status | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Primarily Instruction | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 18 | 18 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 35 | 35 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 34 | 34 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,320 (2) | - (-) | $60,320 (2) |
| Instructor | $60,320 (2) | - (-) | $60,320 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $46,208 (12) | $49,303 (2) | $45,589 (10) |
| Instructor | $46,208 (12) | $49,303 (2) | $45,589 (10) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $41,023 (14) | $40,340 (2) | $41,137 (12) |
| Instructor | $41,023 (14) | $40,340 (2) | $41,137 (12) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 92%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 77% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 71% |
| Female | 78% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | 42% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009