The campus of American Pacific College is in Van Nuys, CA, which is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at American Pacific College include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. American Pacific College is known for its programs in office and administration and mechanics and repair.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, American Pacific College had 26 students enrolled (48 full-time equivalent). The school has a large minority student population. A large number of students at American Pacific College are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are male.
More complete details are provided below.
American Pacific College
14435 Sherman Way, Suite 208
Van Nuys, CA 91405
General Phone: (818) 781-0001
http://www.apc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 17 | electrical maintenance and repair, vehicle maintenance, automobile mechanics, computer repair |
| Office and Administration | 16 | data entry and applications, general office occupations |
| Business and Management | 2 | accounting technology, accounting |
| Media | 0 | desktop publishing and imaging |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 0 | computer and media applications, computer support |
Number of programs and degrees for American Pacific College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 35 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, American Pacific College had a total enrollment of 26 students (48 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 31% |
| 35-39 | 23% |
| 40-49 | 27% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
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 | 100% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, 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:
American Pacific College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 4071300)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
MEDIA
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, Other
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American Pacific College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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