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

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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

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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

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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