The campus of City College is in Fort Lauderdale, FL, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at City College include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media.
Admission at City College is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2007-2008, the school had 427 students enrolled (956 full-time equivalent). City College has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of City College is to educate and train students in their chosen major for employment in specific career fields. The College awards Diplomas, Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degrees based on the student's completion of required coursework with at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in the core for those students completing the required course work towards an Associate of Science degree in Emergency Medical Services and Nursing."
More complete details are provided below.
City College Fort Lauderdale
2000 W. Commerical Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
General Phone: (954) 492-5353
http://www.citycollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 45 | business management, accounting |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 40 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 30 | medical coding, medical assistant |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 18 | security services management |
| Law | 15 | legal assistant |
| Media | 11 | radio and TV tech |
| Medical Administration | 2 | medical office assistant |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer and media applications |
Number of programs and degrees for City College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 138 | 11 |
| Bachelor's degree | 24 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, City College had a total enrollment of 427 students (956 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 94% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 29% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Lauderdale, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 95 | 70 | 74% | 56 | 80% |
| Men | 51 | 34 | 67% | 25 | 74% |
| Women | 44 | 36 | 82% | 31 | 86% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| 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 |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,360 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,425 |
Financial Aid:
City College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2515400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 4 |
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 | $43,193 | 4 | $60,688 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $43,193 | 4 | $60,688 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Securities Services Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets City College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
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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