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Jamestown Business College

Overview of Jamestown Business College

Students attend Jamestown Business College in Jamestown, NY, a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Jamestown Business College degrees go up to the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in business and management and office and administration.

Jamestown Business College Selectivity

Jamestown Business College 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.

Student Body

There are 253 students at Jamestown Business College (as of 2007).

The school reports its educational mission is:
"When Jamestown Business College was founded in 1886, its charter called for the establishment of a school designed to qualify young men and women for office requirements at low cost to those whose inclinations and ambitions lead them to business pursuits. The college's mission remains fundamentally the same today. The college fulfills this mission by offering degree and non-degree programs that develop professional competencies for business careers and provide a general education to contribute to the intellectual and emotional growth of each student. The various programs meet student needs and the demands of the area community. The measure of the college's success will be evidenced by the success of its graduates in finding relevant employment; by the partnerships the college has forged with the business community; and by the opportunities available to students interested in pursuing additional education. Jamestown Business College is dedicated to the belief that its programs should not only prepare students to enter the workforce but also to take part fully in today's society. The college offers general education courses to assist students to think logically and critically, to improve their communication skills, to achieve self-knowledge, to work cooperatively in teams, and to develop an appreciation of life-long learning. All of these are essential skills for graduates to possess in our rapidly changing society and increaslingly complex workplace. All students are encouraged by the faculty and staff to achieve their academic and personal potential. To accomplish this, the college provides a supportive environment in which students have access to a range of academic, personal, and career services. It is also important to the college that its student body represents all segments of the diverse community that it serves, adding richness and strength to the teaching and learning process."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Jamestown Business College

Jamestown Business College
7 Fairmount Ave
Jamestown, NY 14701-4756
General Phone: (716) 664-5100
http://www.jbcny.org

Jamestown Business College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Business And Management71business management
Office And Administration41administrative assistant

Number of programs and degrees for Jamestown Business College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree1072
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years51

Student Body

In 2007, Jamestown Business College had a total enrollment of 253 students (244 full-time equivalent).

Students in the Freshman Class:

GroupPercent
Men29%
Women71%
Full-Time100%
Part-Time0%

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White92%
Black2%
Hispanic3%
Asian1%
American Indian2%
Unknown1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 181%
18-1930%
20-2112%
22-2411%
25-2917%
30-349%
35-398%
40-498%
50-644%

Jamestown Business College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time53 %

Jamestown Business College Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Jamestown, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Jamestown Business College Admissions and Selectivity (2007)

Acceptances:

GroupApplicantsAcceptedPercent
Accepted
EnrolledPercent of
Accepted Enrolled
Total12312198%8772%
Men332988%2586%
Women908291%6276%

Application Requirements:

ItemRequirement
GPArecommended
Class Rankrecommended
High School Recordrequired
College Prep Programnot required
Recommendationsrecommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencenot required
Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT)not required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)not required
Other Standardized Testsnot required

Jamestown Business College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 9,750
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 9,750
Books and supplies$ 800

Financial Aid:
Jamestown Business College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 849500)

Jamestown Business College Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track16

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructorcalendar year1*0*
All faculty totalcalendar year1*0*

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructoracademic year0*6$39,825
All faculty totalacademic year0*6$39,825

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Jamestown Business College Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

Jamestown Business College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Jamestown Business College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in office and administration
(vs. all colleges)
Top 3%Jamestown Business College % of degrees in office and administration
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 4%Jamestown Business College % of degrees in business and management
Female % of student body
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 18%Jamestown Business College Female % of student body
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study

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