Students attend Central California School in San Luis Obispo, CA, a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Central California School degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 178 students at Central California School (as of 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To prepare students and to further competence through advanced training. This mission of this college is to provide classroom education along with practical application and to afford students an education that is updated in the most recent technical advances."
More complete details are provided below.
Central California School
3195 McMillan Ste F
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
General Phone: (805) 543-9123
http://ccsce.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 118 | radiation therapist, sonography and ultrasound tech, dental assistant, medical assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Central California School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 63 | 3 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 55 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Central California School had a total enrollment of 178 students (233 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 49% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Unknown | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 19% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 96% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Luis Obispo, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,992 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,992 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Central California School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3097700)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central California School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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