Concorde Career Institute can be found in Jacksonville, FL (a large city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Concorde Career Institute.
The most common majors at the school are in medical administration.
Concorde Career Institute does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2007-2008, 548 students were enrolled in the school. A very high share of students at Concorde Career Institute are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Concorde Career Institute, we prepare learners for successful careers.
At Concorde Career Institute, we...
Conduct all aspects of our business with integrity;
Are customer focused;
Are committed to life-long learning and believe in the value of continuous education;
Treat all individuals with respect;
Are committed to quality performance and continuous improvement; and
Are active community citizens.
We are a private career school, small enough to be concerned with individual student progress. Students learn by demonstration, study and practice in classroom, laboratory and on-the-job settings. They work with equipment and instruments under the supervision of trained faculty."
More complete details are provided below.
Concorde Career Institute Jacksonville
7960 Arlington Expressway
Jacksonville, FL 32211-7480
General Phone: (904) 725-0525
http://www.concorde.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 314 | medical assistant, dental assistant, surgical tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 86 | licensed practical nurse, home health aide |
| Medical Administration | 65 | health and medical administrative |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Concorde Career Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 414 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 68 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Concorde Career Institute had a total enrollment of 548 students (481 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 9% |
| Women | 91% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Jacksonville, 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 | 267 | 267 | 100% | 267 | 100% |
| Men | 23 | 23 | 100% | 23 | 100% |
| Women | 244 | 244 | 100% | 244 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| 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:
Concorde Career Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2089600)
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 | 1 | * | 18 | $45,245 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 18 | $45,245 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Home Health Aide/Home Attendant
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Concorde Career Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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