St. Petersburg, Florida is home to Loraines Academy. St. Petersburg is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Loraines Academy go up to the Certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in therapy and counseling.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 223 enrolled students (as of 2005). A large number of students at Loraines Academy are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our goal is to produce well-rounded, professional graduates, as well as technically competent Cosmetologists, Massage Therapists and Specialists. We seek to prove, through service, integrity, fair play, and a passion for learning, that success in business, as in life, comes from the triumph of principles. We feel an obligation to our students, alumni, and community, and always look for better ways to meet these commitments."
More complete details are provided below.
Loraines Academy Inc
1012 58th St N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
http://www.lorainesacademy.edu
Loraines Academy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 156 | cosmetology, facial treatment, manicurist |
| Therapy And Counseling | 33 | massage therapy |
| Education And Teaching | 0 | special ed |
Number of programs and degrees for Loraines Academy in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 110 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 79 | 2 |
In 2005, Loraines Academy had a total enrollment of 223 students (122 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 10% |
| Other Races | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 98% |
| New York | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 76 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 62% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Petersburg, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Loraines Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1016100)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Special Education and Teaching, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Loraines Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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