Students attend HoHoKus in Ramsey, New Jersey, a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. HoHoKus degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in medical assistant and technician.
HoHoKus is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 531 students at the school (as of 2005). A large number of students at HoHoKus are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of The HoHoKus School is to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for challenging positions in business, industry, and the medical environment in the shortest possible time. Emphasis is placed on personalized instruction. Our curricula are constantly re-evaluated to assure they meet the changing needs of employers. Training is designed to develop analytical problem-solving skills, mature levels of conduct, attitudes, values, and habits required for career advancement."
More complete details are provided below.
HoHoKus School Of Business And Medical Sciences
10 South Franklin Turnpike
Ramsey, NJ 07446-2551
General Phone: (201) 327-8877
Admissions Phone: (201) 327-8877
Financial Aid Phone: (201) 327-8877
http://www.HOHOKUS.COM
HoHoKus awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 300 | allied health and medical assisting, sonography and ultrasound tech, medical coding |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 122 | licensed practical nurse |
| Office And Administration | 47 | administrative assistant |
| Business And Management | 11 | business management |
Number of programs and degrees for HoHoKus in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 235 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 153 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 92 | 1 |
In 2005, HoHoKus had a total enrollment of 531 students (388 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 15% |
| Women | 85% |
| Full-Time | 55% |
| Part-Time | 45% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 54% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 19% |
| Asian | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 75% |
| New York | 25% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 86 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 95% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Ramsey, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Jersey Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 635 | 509 | 80% | 509 | 100% |
| Men | 80 | 74 | 92% | 74 | 100% |
| Women | 455 | 435 | 96% | 435 | 100% |
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 |
Admissions Phone Number: (201) 327-8877
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
HoHoKus participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2053700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (201) 327-8877
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets HoHoKus Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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