Advanced can be found in South Gate, CA (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Advanced.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students.
Advanced is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2007, 103 students were enrolled in the school. Advanced has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Advanced College mission is to build an educational setting that allows for an intellectual and productive environment for students in today's advanced technology. Further, the mission is to provide technical skills and knowledge necessary for employment and career advancement."
More complete details are provided below.
Advanced College
13180 Paramount Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
General Phone: (562) 408-6969
http://www.advancedcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 79 | medical assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 58 | licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Administration | 32 | medical billing |
| Business And Management | 17 | accounting |
| Therapy And Counseling | 12 | physical therapy, massage therapy |
| Office And Administration | 11 | administrative assistant |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer networking |
| Mechanics And Repair | 1 | computer repair |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | English |
Number of programs and degrees for Advanced in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 156 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 58 | 1 |
In 2007, Advanced had a total enrollment of 103 students (103 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 5% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 70% |
| Asian | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 76% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of South Gate, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Advanced participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3786300)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Physical Therapy/Therapist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Advanced Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career services
On-campus library
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