Overview
Fremont College is an institution of higher learning in Cerritos, California, tracing its roots to Platt College in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1879. The most significant step in the evolution of the College started when its third CEO, Dr. Sabrina Kay, assumed leadership in 2007.
Fremont became an innovative center adopting the framework of Professional Action Learning,® which combines an understanding of human motivation, learning styles, and thinking patterns to create an instructional framework that improves student engagement and the learning experience. In 2010, Fremont opened a second campus in Los Angeles. The College offers degree programs in business, legal studies, design, and wellness.
Points of Distinction
Areas of Study
Fremont College applies the Professional Action Learning™ ("PAL") method in all of its programs. PAL encourages student collaboration and cohesion, and incorporates real-world concepts, current affairs, projects and scenarios into the classroom. Bachelor of Arts and Associate of Arts degree programs are offered in the following areas:
Admissions
The admissions process begins with an initial interview with a Fremont Admissions Representative, who will discuss the applicant's interests and desires, and then help design the right program. A tour of our campus can also be arranged. Following this step, the applicant should submit a completed Fremont Admissions Application, an official high school/college diploma or GED certificate, a letter of recommendation, and proof of a passing score on the Career Programs Assessment Test ("CPAt"). Paralegal students should also submit proof of a passing score on the Paralegal Program Admissions Test.
Faculty
Fremont College carefully selects its faculty from leaders in the business, design, legal, and wellness communities. Faculty members participate in professional development seminars and quarterly faculty meetings to enhance and share their expertise. Instructors are well respected as experts in their fields, and will help students develop the professionalism they will need for career success.
Student Body
Fremont enrollment totals slightly more than 300 students. About 65% of the student population is female.
Student Life
Fremont is a commuter campus, and as such does not offer student housing. However, the College offers a variety of student activities to enhance both the academic and social college experience. Career Seminars are held to prepare students for the "real world". Tours and field trips to various businesses and institutions are offered, so that students can see their classroom knowledge put into practice. In addition, students actively participate in community outreach events designed to provide a linkage between the College and local residents, business and industry.
Fremont College offers Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs and diplomas in the business, design, legal, and wellness fields. Located in Cerritos, California, and Los Angeles, California.
Contacting Fremont College
Fremont College
18000 Studebaker Road Suite 900A
Cerritos, CA 90703
General Phone: 562.809.5100
3440 Wilshire Boulevard, 10th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90010
General Phone: 213.355.7777
Toll-Free Number: 800-FREMONT
http://www.fremont.edu
Fremont College is located in a small city, in Cerritos, CA. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at Fremont College top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study law and therapy and counseling.
The admissions department at Fremont College does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 93 students (150 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at Fremont College. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to close the gap between the classroom and the workforce. To achieve our mission, we embrace:
̣ Professional Action Learning Embedded with Industry
̣ Learning through teamwork & collaboration
̣ Empowerment of our full potential
̣ A spirit of partnership and charity
̣ Success with integrity"
More complete details are provided below.
Fremont College
18000 Studebaker Road Suite 900A
Cerritos, CA 90703
General Phone: (562) 809-5100
http://www.fremont.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy and Counseling | 40 | massage therapy |
| Law | 24 | legal assistant |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 5 | recreational therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Fremont College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 40 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 29 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Fremont College had a total enrollment of 93 students (150 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 31% |
| Women | 69% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 33% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 36% |
| Asian | 10% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Cerritos, 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 | 114 | 67 | 59% | 59 | 88% |
| Men | 35 | 21 | 60% | 18 | 86% |
| Women | 79 | 46 | 58% | 41 | 89% |
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) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Fremont College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3039900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
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 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fremont College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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