Manhattan School of Computer Technology (MSCT) Academics and Admissions

Academics

Founded in 1996, the Manhattan School of Computer Technology is a private vocational school that is located in Brooklyn, New York. Prospective students should note that this is not a degree-granting institution. The school provides students with technical skills, a strong academic foundation, and other knowledge that will help them obtain employment in today’s computer-oriented business environment, and the constantly evolving medical field. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and is licensed and registered by the New York State Education Department.

Students can choose from 30- to 60-week comprehensive programs in Auto CAD, Quality Assurance, Programming, English, Accounting, and Medical Office Specialist areas of study. The ESL program is the most popular program offered by the school. There are various levels of ESL study, and there is an Accounting with ESL program that provides in-depth instruction in manual and computerized accounting, while also training students in a variety of office skills that include data entry, typing, and word processing. Graduates of the school’s Medical Office Specialist program are well prepared for jobs in doctors’ offices or other healthcare facilities. There is also a program which prepares students for Teaching English as a Second Language.

The Manhattan School of Computer Technology also provides its students with a wide variety of academic counseling and career placement services. This school boasts a 100 percent student retention rate. The school also offers small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of just 20:1.

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Information Summary

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Overall Score (about)	Insufficient Data
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	N/A
Retention (full-time / part-time)	74% / N/A
Enrollment Total (all students)	619

Admissions

This school utilizes an open enrollment policy, and accepts all applicants who fulfill very minimal admissions requirements. Students who wish to apply to Manhattan School of Computer Technology, must complete the online or print application form. There is a nonrefundable application fee to apply to this college. Each applicant must also submit an official high school transcript or GED score report, and any college credit transcripts (if applicable). AP credits are not accepted by this school. Proof of citizenship or immigration status, a social security card, and photo identification are also required to register at this school. Standardized test scores and letters of recommendation are not required for admission to this school. Certain programs may also have additional requirements. While students are admitted to the college all year long, prospective students should contact the school for specific deadline dates.

Adult students, non-traditional students, transfer students, home-schooled students, and international students may need to use different procedures, so they should refer to the university’s website or contact the Office of Admission for more information about the admissions process and application requirements. The Manhattan School of Computer Technology is authorized by the United States Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to issue an I-20, a Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status.

Financial Aid

Although the university’s tuition rate is comparatively low when compared to other private schools, many of the students at Manhattan School of Computer Technology receive some form of state, federal, private or institutional financial assistance. Most of the students who applied for financial aid were awarded some form of need-based financial assistance. Ninety-four percent of the school’s first-year students receive financial assistance, while 100 percent receive grants and/or scholarships.

Forms of aid that are available for students at Manhattan School of Computer Technology include grants, loans, and work-study. Students are also encouraged to search for private or institutional scholarships. All students who wish to be considered for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA should be submitted as soon as possible after January 1st each year. If selected for verification, students will also need to complete a Federal Verification Worksheet and/or submit additional documents.

Students are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office for more information and assistance with completing the financial aid application process. Students should also note that financial aid applications must be renewed each year. Manhattan School of Computer Technology may also offer a deferred payment plan to help students pay any tuition charges that are not covered by financial aid. Students may also check their eligibility through the school’s website.

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Students

Manhattan School of Computer Technology has a fairly diverse student body with a large number of minority students. The majority of the students at this school are female students and adult learners. The school offers services and facilities that have been designed to accommodate students with disabilities. At the present time, this school does not offer any on-campus housing facilities. However, the school may be able to provide students with assistance in finding safe, affordable housing that is located near the school. Students should contact the school directly for more information about housing near the school.

The school frequently offers special events and activities, in which all students are encouraged to participate. The school also offers a wide variety of career placement services through the Employment Preparation and Job Search Program offered by its placement office. Laboratory facilities are available with extended hours and at no additional cost to the school’s current students and alumni. These state of the art facilities give students a chance to increase their skill and get help from the labs’ technical support personnel, who are skilled in the use of hardware and software applications.

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Athletics

There are no club sports, intramural sports, or varsity sports programs available for students at the Manhattan School of Computer Technology.

Local Community

Brooklyn is the most populated borough in New York City. Brooklyn has a huge variety of things to do and places to eat. Students can visit the beautiful DUMBO district under the Brooklyn Bridge, or enjoy some pizza at famous restaurants such as Grimaldi’s. Students will also benefit from the school’s proximity to Manhattan, the country’s most cosmopolitan city. They can go to Manhattan to enjoy the bustling night life, excellent shopping, and rich cultural life of the city that never sleeps. The city has a wide variety of shows and museums that offer free or at least reduced admission to students. There are also beautiful parks that are located throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Bibliography

Manhattan School of Computer Technology. Manhattan School of Computer Technology. 2011. Web. 23 May 2011.

Peterson’s. Vocational and Technical Schools East 2010-2011. Lawrenceville: Peterson’s, 2010.

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