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Florida Career College
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Information Summary
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
Insufficient Data |
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| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$15,500 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
N/A |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
77% / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
3,666 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Miami, FL 33174
| Surrounding community | Large suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,281 (30,281 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 9,981 (3.03 people per house) |
| Families | 7,852 (3.36 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 365 |
| Pop. — Asian | 280 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 12 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 75 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 27,980 |
| Pop. — Other | 2,707 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Private For-profit
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Medium two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Bachelor's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
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| 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 Florida Career College?
Ranks 2047th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $14,400 | $14,400 | $14,400 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $15,500 | $15,500 | $15,500 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $38,900 | $38,900 | $38,900 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $23,000 | $23,000 | $23,000 |
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 | $12,240  $14,500 |
$12,240  $14,500 |
$12,240  $14,500 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $900  $1,000 |
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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 | $10,920  $15,900 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,920  $7,500 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $4,920  $7,500 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Florida Career College 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 | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Florida Career College 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?
Florida Career College Ranks 462nd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,844 | 987 |  71% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,479 | 1 |  0% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $7,088 | 11 |  1% |
| Student Loan Aid | $7,237 | 1,273 |  92% |
| Any financial aid type | 1,299 |  93% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Florida Career College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 595 | 1,219 | 1,814 |
Hispanic | 556 | 922 | 1,478 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 12 | 13 | 25 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 6 | 7 |
White Non-Hispanic | 108 | 167 | 275 |
Race Unknown | 27 | 40 | 67 |
| Total | 1,299 | 2,367 | 3,666 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Florida Career College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 | 519 | 583 | |
| 32 | 345 | 377 | |
| 54 | 147 | 201 | |
| 135 | 10 | 145 | |
| 120 | 12 | 132 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 274 | 242 | 5 | 4 | 45 | 13 | 583 | |
| Computer Engineering, General | 51 | 69 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 132 | ||
| Computer Hardware Technology/Technician | 59 | 70 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 145 | ||
| Computer Programming/Programmer, General | 7 | 6 | 5 | 18 | ||||
| Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General | 9 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 29 | ||
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | 90 | 89 | 3 | 18 | 1 | 201 | ||
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | 191 | 146 | 4 | 1 | 31 | 4 | 377 | |
| Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design | 7 | 24 | 1 | 5 | 37 | |||
| Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster | 16 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 38 | |||
| Total | 704 | 676 | 17 | 5 | 133 | 25 | 1,560 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 40 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | N/A |
| Total Benefits | N/A |
Florida Career College Academics
Since 1982, Florida Career College has been educating students in a variety of fields, assisting them with earning associate and bachelor degrees, and diplomas. With eight campus locations, Florida Career College continues to provide high quality education and prepare students for new career opportunities. Campus locations include Miami, Pembroke Pines, West Palm Beach, Hialeah, Lauderdale Lake, Jacksonville, Brandon, and Clearwater. In addition, Florida Career College is also a Microsoft IT Academy, and an authorized training and testing center for information technology and allied health certifications.
Florida Career College—Miami campus offers students the opportunity to earn bachelor and associate degrees, as well as diplomas and certifications. Programs are available in two distinct areas of study: allied health, and business & technology. Students interested in pursuing a career in allied health can earn one of the following degrees: Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management, Associate of Science in Advanced Massage Therapy, Associate of Science in Office Administrator, or diplomas in a variety of careers such as massage therapist, medical assistant technician, medical coding & billing specialist, or clinical skin care. The business & technology division provides a variety of degrees including, Bachelor of Science in business administration, management information systems, or accounting. Associate degrees offered within this division include Associate of Science in computer network engineering, or web site administrator. Students can also earn diplomas in several careers such as computer repair technician, computer network technician, web site designer, or office systems technologist.
Other Florida Career College campuses can be found at the links below:
Florida Career College Admissions
Florida Career College is open to all students interested in furthering their education, who have graduated with a high school diploma or equivalent. Students may apply online or in person.
International students are required to fill out and submit an application for admission, as well as go to the school’s website for further requirements, instructions, and additional forms.
Florida Career College Financial Aid
Florida Career College offers several loans to qualifying students. Loan types available include the Federal Stafford Loan, and the Federal PLUS Loan. The Stafford Loan is a need-based loan, with low interest rates. To be eligible for the Stafford Loan, students must fill out and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The PLUS Loan is a non-need based loan, with a fixed interest rate of 8.5%, which has to be repaid immediately. These loans are available through the Federal Family Educational Loan (FEEL) program and the Federal Direct Loan program. It is vital to have a good credit history to be eligible for this loan.
Florida Career College Students
Florida Career College serves a wide range of students including high school graduates, transfer students, working adults, and international students. Since the college provides career-focused degrees, it is also dedicated in providing career-focused services to its students. The Career Center provides students with excellent resources on assisting with job search and placement, resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing tactics. Other on-campus services offered include computer labs, a bookstore, medical labs, financial services, and a resource center.
In addition, Florida Career College is an authorized training center, as well as a testing center for a variety of professional certifications, especially within the computer industry.
Florida Career College Athletics
Florida Career College does not offer any athletic programs.
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