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Ayers Institute is in Shreveport, LA. Shreveport is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Ayers Institute issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Certificate.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include mechanics and repair.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 342 students study at the school (in 2007-2008). Ayers Institute is particularly welcoming to minority students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"TO PROVIDE THE ARK-LA-TEX BUSINESS COMMUNITY WITH COMPETENT, PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE INDIVIDUALS IN SELECTED TECHNICAL CAREER FIELD OPENINGS THAT EXIST IN THE REGION. TO HIRE HIGHLY QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS TO INSTRUCT REQUISITE COURSES, FILLING THE VOID WHICH OCCURS AT THE POST HIGH SCHOOL VOCATIONAL LEVEL. TO CREATE A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT THAT IS CONDUCIVE TO THE FREE FLOW OF IDEAS BETWEEN TEACHERS AND STUDENTS, ENABLING THE STUDENTS TO LEARN MORE THATN JUST THE TECHNICAL BASICS OF THEIR CHOSEN TRADE. TO TEACH REPONSIBILITY OF SUCCESSFUL JOB COMPLETION AND PRIDE IN DOING THE JOB RIGHT."
More complete details are provided below.
Ayers Career College
8820 Jewella Ave
Shreveport, LA 71118
General Phone: (318) 868-3000
http://www.ayers.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 88 | pharmacy tech, medical assistant |
| Mechanics and Repair | 45 | HVAC |
Number of programs and degrees for Ayers Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 133 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Ayers Institute had a total enrollment of 342 students (542 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 26% |
| Black | 73% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 30% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 78% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Shreveport, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Ayers Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 462100)
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ayers Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services On-campus library
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