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Everest University-Lakeland
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Everest University-Lakeland Academics
Everest University-Lakeland is part of the Everest University system and offers students the opportunity to earn degrees in Accounting, Accounting (BS), Associate of Applied Management, Bachelor of Applied Management, Business, Business (BS), Computer Information Science, Computer Information Science (BS), Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice (BS), Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding, Paralegal and Pharmacy Technician, with most of these programs being completed in around nine months. Everest University-Lakeland is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges Schools to award associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees and diplomas.
Everest University-Lakeland can, under federal law, enroll nonimmigrant alien students and train veterans.
The Medical Assisting program at Everest University-Lakeland is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants endowment (AAMAE).
Everest University-Lakeland Admissions
Prospective students wanting to transfer credits from their previous school must provide an official transcript as part of their application package.
All applicants must complete an application and enrollment agreement before beginning classes.
Although Everest University-Lakeland strives to admit anyone, regardless of their situation, applicants must have at least one of the following: a high school diploma, or the equivalent (GED), and successfully complete an entrance exam or a personal interview with an admissions representative.
Everest University-Lakeland Financial Aid
Students can take advantage of the free consultations Everest University-Lakeland provides to help decide the best financing arrangement for their needs. As an accredited post-secondary institution, the school offers federal financial assistance programs to eligible applicants, as well as numerous state, local and private funding opportunities.
Everest University-Lakeland Students
Everest University-Lakeland students have the choice to take day, evening and online classes.
The Everest University-Lakeland campus offers large classrooms, but small class sizes, state-of-the-art laboratories and a communal student lounge. The school is located in Lakeland, the largest city in Polk County, which is halfway between Tampa and Orlando.
Information Summary
Ranks 3209th overall and 114th in Florida
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
24.7 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$11,844 |
| Admission
Success rate |
60% |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
174 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
47% / 20% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
687 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Lakeland, FL 33801
| Surrounding community | Small city (inside urban area, pop. under 100,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,593 (31,589 urban / 4 rural) |
| Households | 13,347 (2.31 people per house) |
| Families | 7,879 (2.9 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 4,156 |
| Pop. — Asian | 405 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 51 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 396 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 26,135 |
| Pop. — Other | 1,093 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
| Undergraduate | Associates Dominant |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate professional (other dominant fields) |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time four-year |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Very small four-year, primarily nonresidential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Everest University-Lakeland?
Ranks 2622nd for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $10,764 | $10,764 | $10,764 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $180 | $180 | $180 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $299 | $299 | $299 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $11,040 | $11,040 | $11,040 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $180 | $180 | $180 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $460 | $460 | $460 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $11,844 | $11,844 | $11,844 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $22,336 | $22,336 | $22,336 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $15,138 | $15,138 | $15,138 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $9,900  $10,944 |
$9,900  $10,944 |
$9,900  $10,944 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $850  $900 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $7,550  $6,568 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,500  $3,924 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $3,750  $3,294 |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | N/A |
| Graduate Application Fee | N/A |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 192 (32 male / 160 female) |
| Admitted | 116 (26 male / 90 female) |
| Admission rate | 60% |
| First-time Enrollment | 116 (26 male / 90 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 59 (11 male / 48 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 57 (15 male / 42 female) |
| Total Enrollment | 687 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Everest University-Lakeland use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests |  |
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Everest University-Lakeland accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Everest University-Lakeland Ranks 1474th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,285 | 753 |  65% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $9,087 | 151 |  13% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $440 | 59 |  5% |
| Student Loan Aid | $5,275 | 852 |  73% |
| Any financial aid type | 923 |  80% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Everest University-Lakeland?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 44 | 134 | 178 |
Hispanic | 19 | 71 | 90 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 1 | 2 | 3 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 8 | 9 |
White Non-Hispanic | 68 | 299 | 367 |
Race Unknown | 9 | 31 | 40 |
| Total | 142 | 545 | 687 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Everest University-Lakeland?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 26 | 53 | 79 |
Hispanic | 4 | 12 | 16 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 3 | 3 | 6 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 4 | 5 |
White Non-Hispanic | 54 | 115 | 169 |
Race Unknown | 3 | 7 | 10 |
| Total | 91 | 194 | 285 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Everest University-Lakeland.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 56 | 81 | |
| 11 | 21 | 32 | |
| 2 | 20 | 22 | |
| 5 | 10 | 15 | |
| N/A | 13 | 13 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Everest University-Lakeland Ranks 4106th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $22,214 (N/A male / $22,214 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 2 (N/A male / 2 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 8 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.3 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $7,578 |
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