Medical Career Institute is located in West Palm Beach, FL (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Medical Career Institute is the Certificate.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size.
Medical Career Institute is an open-admission school.
The school had 205 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Medical Career Institute has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to fulfill the professional and educational needs of growth oriented individuals who are prepared to change their careers and lives for the better by offering programs in fields that offer high employment potential. A supportive staff and an innovative faculty are open to helping each student reach their goals.
In a warm, friendly, and professional setting, students realize their strengths in a team approach with staff and faculty. With the future in mind, the welfare of each student is continuously considered. A winning spirit promoting self-esteem and viable career alternatives is the goal of everyone involved with Medical Career Institute of South Florida, Inc."
More complete details are provided below.
Medical Career Institute Of South Florida
1750 45th St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
General Phone: (561) 296-0824
http://www.MCISF.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 129 | medical assistant |
| Medical Administration | 4 | medical records admin |
Number of programs and degrees for Medical Career Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 129 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Medical Career Institute had a total enrollment of 205 students (306 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 43 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 87% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of West Palm Beach, 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:
Medical Career Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3875300)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Medical Career Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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