Carsten Institute is located in Tempe, AZ (a medium-sized city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Carsten Institute is the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
Carsten Institute is an open-admission school.
The school had 142 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A very high share of students at Carsten Institute are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To strive for excellence in education by creating an environment of trust and respect, instilling a desire to achieve personal and professional goals, nurturing a continuous desire for knowledge and the creativity to dream. By presenting the student with the basic knowledge needed in the field of cosmetology, providing them with the opportunity to learn technical, communication, and servicing skills, and preparing them to successfully complete the State Board of Cosmetology requirements to practice and exhibit the professionalism necessary to gain and maintain employment."
More complete details are provided below.
Carsten Institute
3345 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
General Phone: (480) 491-0449
http://carsteninstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 92 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor |
Number of programs and degrees for Carsten Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 62 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 30 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Carsten Institute had a total enrollment of 142 students (156 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 16% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Unknown | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 87% |
| Colorado | 10% |
| California | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 80% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Tempe, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Carsten Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3097800)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Carsten Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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