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The campus of LAORT is in Sherman Oaks, CA, which is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at LAORT include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. LAORT is known for its programs in photography and commercial art, office and administration, engineering technician, and medical adminstration.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2007, the school had 50 students enrolled (50 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at LAORT.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"LAOTI's mission is to meet the educational and vocational needs of our diverse students in the shortest time possible in a supportive caring environment.Further,the mission is to provide the technical skills and knowledge necessary for employment and career advancement."
More complete details are provided below.
Los Angeles ORT Technical Institute Sherman Oaks
15130 Ventura Blvd Ste 250
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
General Phone: (818) 382-6000
http://www.laort.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Administration | 15 | medical secretary |
| Medical Support And Technology | 11 | pharmacy tech, medical lab assistant |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 9 | commercial art |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | drafting |
| Office And Administration | 5 | executive secretary |
| Business And Management | 0 | accounting technology |
Number of programs and degrees for LAORT in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 46 | 7 |
In 2007, LAORT had a total enrollment of 50 students (50 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 17% |
| Asian | 7% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 26% |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(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 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.
Financial Aid:
LAORT participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2570301)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
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 LAORT Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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