Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute can be found in Los Angeles, California (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute.
The most common majors at the school are in photography and commercial art, office and administration, and medical adminstration.
Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2005, 86 students were enrolled in the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"LAORT's mission is to meet the educational and vocational needs of our diverse students in the shortest time possible in a supportive caring environment and to provide the technical skills and knowledge necessary for employment and career advancement."
More complete details are provided below.
Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute
6435 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Photography And Commercial Art | 36 | commercial art |
| Medical Adminstration | 26 | medical secretary |
| Business And Management | 25 | accounting technology |
| Office And Administration | 19 | executive secretary |
| Engineering Technician | 4 | drafting |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 0 | pharmacy tech, medical lab assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 110 | 7 |
In 2005, Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute had a total enrollment of 86 students (86 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 25% |
| Women | 75% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 37% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 17% |
| Asian | 30% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
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 | 83 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 79% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 25 | 25 | 100% | 20 | 80% |
| Men | 8 | 8 | 100% | 5 | 62% |
| Women | 17 | 17 | 100% | 15 | 88% |
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 | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2570300)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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