Bramson ORT College traces its roots to Bramson ORT which was founded in 1942 to serve refugees and immigrants during the Second World War. It became a technical, undergraduate college in 1977. The main campus of this Organization for Educational Resource and Technological Training (ORT) college is located in Forest Hills, Queens, New York, but Bramson ORT College also operates a satellite site in Brooklyn, New York.
Bramson ORT College offers associate's degrees, certificates, and diploma programs of study. Courses are offered in accounting, business management, computer technology, electronics technology, liberal arts, office technology, and medical and natural sciences. Distance learning opportunities are also available at the college.
Students are provided financial assistance, as well as job placement services. Eligible candidates can apply for aid through Federal PELL Grants, FSEOG, Perkins loans, Stafford Loans, Plus Loans, Work Study programs, Bramson ORT Tuition Assistance Grant, and New York State Tuition Assistance Program. In addition, the college grants the Bramson ORT College Scholarships.
Forest Hills, NY is home to Bramson ORT. Forest Hills is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Bramson ORT go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in business and management, office and administration, and computer science and engineering.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Bramson ORT has 549 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Bramson ORT College
69-30 Austin St
Forest Hills, NY 11375-4239
General Phone: (718) 261-5800
http://bramsonort.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 60 | medical assistant |
| Business and Management | 41 | accounting technology, business management, accounting |
| Office and Administration | 21 | administrative assistant |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | computer programming |
| Engineering Technician | 4 | electronics tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Bramson ORT in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 139 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 2 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Bramson ORT had a total enrollment of 549 students (627 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 39% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 18% |
| Asian | 19% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 10% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 32 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,690 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,690 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
Financial Aid:
Bramson ORT participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2106800)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 22 | $29,297 | 16 | $27,911 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 22 | $29,297 | 16 | $27,911 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bramson ORT Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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