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Students attend Fox Institute Of Business in West Hartford, CT, a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Fox Institute Of Business degrees go up to the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in law, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
Fox Institute Of Business is selective and does not offer open admission. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
There are 207 students at Fox Institute Of Business (as of 2007). The school has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Fox Institute of Business is committed to preparing adults of diverse backgrounds for employment or advancement in the allied healthcare, business, massage therapy, and information technology fields through education and training that is relevant and career focused.
Objectives:
* Enhance the professional growth and development of our students, staff, and faculty.
* Utilize employer, graduate, and advisory board feedback to continually assess our effectiveness in meeting the needs of today's workforce.
* Integrate learner outcomes in determining curriculum relevance.
* Contribute positively to our community."
More complete details are provided below.
Fox Institute Of Business
99 South Street
West Hartford, CT 06110-1922
General Phone: (860) 947-2299
http://foxinstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 54 | medical assistant |
| Therapy And Counseling | 28 | massage therapy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 19 | computer support, computer and info science |
| Medical Administration | 18 | medical billing |
| Law | 15 | legal secretary |
| Mechanics And Repair | 4 | computer repair |
| Office And Administration | 3 | business support services |
Number of programs and degrees for Fox Institute Of Business in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 141 | 8 |
In 2007, Fox Institute Of Business had a total enrollment of 207 students (207 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 23% |
| Women | 77% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 27% |
| Black | 31% |
| Hispanic | 35% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Unknown | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 60% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of West Hartford, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 108 | 70 | 65% | 70 | 100% |
| Men | 27 | 16 | 59% | 16 | 100% |
| Women | 81 | 54 | 67% | 54 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Financial Aid:
Fox Institute Of Business participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2106600)
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fox Institute Of Business Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services On-campus library
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