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The campus of Golden State College is in Visalia, California, which is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Golden State College include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in therapy and counseling.
Admission at Golden State College is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2005, the school had 518 students enrolled (518 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Golden State College is to meet the needs of students and employers by offering quality, short term educational programs in career fields with solid growth potential."
More complete details are provided below.
Golden State College
3356 South Fairway
Visalia, CA 93277
General Phone: (559) 733-4040
Admissions Phone: (559) 733-4040
Financial Aid Phone: (559) 733-4040
Golden State College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy And Counseling | 191 | massage therapy |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 104 | medical assistant |
| Medical Adminstration | 56 | medical receptionist |
| Office And Administration | 21 | office data entry |
| Business And Management | 21 | accounting and related services |
Number of programs and degrees for Golden State College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 393 | 5 |
In 2005, Golden State College had a total enrollment of 518 students (518 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 15% |
| Women | 85% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 31% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 41% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Other Races | 22% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 99% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 76% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Visalia, California for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 112 | 112 | 100% | 112 | 100% |
| Men | 17 | 17 | 100% | 17 | 100% |
| Women | 95 | 95 | 100% | 95 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not 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 |
Admissions Phone Number: (559) 733-4040
Financial Aid:
Golden State College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2497300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (559) 733-4040
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Golden State College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services
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