Casa Loma College is located in a large city, in Van Nuys, CA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Casa Loma College top out at the Associate's degree.
The school tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at Casa Loma College often study nursing and emergency medicine.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply.
Casa Loma College offers classes to 638 students (934 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Casa Loma College is to provide quality education in nursing and allied health. The primary purposes of our educational programs are to prepare students for entry into careers or to transfer into high education and to support the healthcare industry."
More complete details are provided below.
Casa Loma College Van Nuys
6850 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 300
Van Nuys, CA 91405
General Phone: (818) 785-2726
http://www.casalomacollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 249 | licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Support and Technology | 48 | medical assistant, radiographer, sonography and ultrasound tech |
| Medical Administration | 0 | medical billing |
Number of programs and degrees for Casa Loma College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 297 | 4 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Casa Loma College had a total enrollment of 638 students (934 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 23% |
| Women | 77% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 15% |
| Black | 26% |
| Hispanic | 27% |
| Asian | 24% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 51 % |
| Part-Time | 75 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 87% |
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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 484 | 440 | 91% | 389 | 88% |
| Men | 145 | 132 | 91% | 90 | 68% |
| Women | 339 | 308 | 91% | 299 | 97% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Casa Loma College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 673100)
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 | 5 | $63,539 | 22 | $42,720 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $63,539 | 22 | $42,720 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Casa Loma College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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