Students attend Kensington in Santa Ana, California, a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Kensington degrees go up to the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Kensington is known for its programs in law.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 18 students at Kensington (as of 2005). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at Kensington attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission Statement It is the mission of Kensington College to offer programs of quality ôpracticalö education to men and women who wish to develop skills to change, enhance or improve their professional careers, and to satisfy their individual goals of working in a professional, ethical environment. Kensington College will endeavor to fulfill this mission by meeting the following objectives: *To provide a stimulating atmosphere that will challenge the student to work to his or her potential. *To offer an appropriate curriculum that will enhance the successful achievement of studentsÆ goals. *This curriculum will emphasize instruction in the skills and values students will need to succeed within their chosen career field. *To provide highly qualified instructors who are selected based upon their educational background, experience, and their ability to teach. *To hire instructors who are committed to fulfilling their teaching responsibilities with honesty and integrity. *To maintain tuition and fees at a reasonable cost."
More complete details are provided below.
Kensington College
2428 N Grand Ave Ste D
Santa Ana, CA 92705-8708
General Phone: (714) 542-8086
Admissions Phone: (714) 542-8086
Financial Aid Phone: (714) 542-8086
http://www.kensingtoncollege.net
Kensington awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 21 | legal professions, legal assistant, legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Kensington in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 21 | 3 |
In 2005, Kensington had a total enrollment of 18 students (14 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 23% |
| Women | 77% |
| Full-Time | 38% |
| Part-Time | 62% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 23% |
| Other Races | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 35% |
| 35-39 | 27% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
| Part-Time | 88 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 81% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Santa Ana, 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 | 13 | 13 | 100% | 13 | 100% |
| Men | 3 | 3 | 100% | 3 | 100% |
| Women | 10 | 10 | 100% | 10 | 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: (714) 542-8086
Financial Aid:
Kensington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3308300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (714) 542-8086
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kensington Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career placement services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
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