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American Career College
- 3299 Horseless Carriage Rd Ste C
- Norco, CA 92860
- OPEID College Code: 03971300
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- General Phone: (951) 739-0788
- President/Ceo: David A. Pyle
- Website: www.americancareer.com
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 202
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- 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.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 101 | 336 | 437 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 81 (80%) | 264 (79%) | 345 (79%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 81 (100%) | 264 (100%) | 345 (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 | 85% | 68% | - | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,476 | $3,521 | - | $2,425 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 11 | - | - |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Technology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $27,875 | $26,495 | $26,495 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,288 | $8,910 | $8,478 |
| Other Expenses | $3,618 | $3,528 | $3,348 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,888 | $3,780 | $3,600 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $40,781 | $38,933 | $38,321 |
| Off Campus with Family | $31,763 | $30,275 | $30,095 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Technology | $27,875 | 1,800 Contact Hours | 24 Months |
| Medical Records Technology | $8,475 | 720 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $11,325 | 720 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $8,475 | 740 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $11,575 | 72 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Technology | 106 |
| Massage Therapy | 28 |
| Medical Assistance | 99 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 36 |
| Medical Records Technology | 5 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 202 Undergraduate: 202
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 33 Female: 169
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 33 Female: 169
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 202 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 202 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 14 | 7% |
| Asian | 5 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 98 | 49% |
| White | 28 | 14% |
| Unknown | 57 | 28% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 32 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 32 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 53 | 26% |
| Ages 25-29 | 38 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 19 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 13 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 7 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 3 | 1% |
| Age Uknown | 3 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 43 | 36 | 7 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Primarily Instruction | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 12 | 12 | - |
| Other Professionals | 10 | 10 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 4 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 3 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 93%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 33% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 31% |
| Female | 33% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 24% |
| Asian | 19% |
| Hispanic | 34% |
| White | 33% |
| Unknown | 36% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
