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Western Career College - Citrus Heights
- 7301 Greenback Lane-Ste A
- Citrus Heights, CA 95621
- OPEID College Code: 00974804
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- General Phone: (916) 722-8200
- President: Jeff Akens
- Website: www.westerncollege.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 479
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
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 73 | 425 | 498 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 73 (100%) | 425 (100%) | 498 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 45 (62%) | 385 (91%) | 430 (86%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 99% | 90% | 46% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,404 | $2,169 | $949 | - |
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
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $15,192 | $14,760 | $14,040 |
| Books and Supplies | $382 | $381 | $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 | $27,579 | $26,174 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,462 | $18,921 | $17,606 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | $15,574 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Technology | $39,047 | 62 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $15,469 | 36 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | $29,236 | 63 Credit Hours | 22 Months |
| Surgical Technology | $33,398 | 62 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| Criminal Justice, Safety Studies | $24,488 | 60 Credit Hours | 16 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 85 | - |
| Dental Assisting | 69 | - |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Technology | 4 | 1 |
| Massage Therapy | 10 | - |
| Pharmacy Technician | - | 10 |
| Surgical Technology | - | 24 |
| Animal Health Technology, Veterinary Assistant | - | 9 |
| Medical Records Technology | 16 | - |
| Security and Protective Services | ||
| Criminal Justice, Safety Studies | - | 5 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 479 Undergraduate: 479
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 69 Female: 410
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 69 Female: 410
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 479 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 479 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 5 | 1% |
| Black | 25 | 5% |
| Asian | 36 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 51 | 11% |
| White | 299 | 62% |
| Unknown | 63 | 13% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 55 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 96 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 95 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 104 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 44 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 40 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 35 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 7 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 50 | 44 | 6 |
| Faculty Status | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Primarily Instruction | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 16 | 16 | - |
| Other Professionals | 2 | 2 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 11 | 11 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,320 (15) | $54,211 (4) | $46,177 (11) |
| Instructor | $48,320 (15) | $54,211 (4) | $46,177 (11) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $39,535 (15) | $44,355 (4) | $37,782 (11) |
| Instructor | $39,535 (15) | $44,355 (4) | $37,782 (11) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 73%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
