Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale is located in Lauderdale Lakes, FL (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in medicine and medical administration.
Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale is an open-admission school.
The school had 394 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to provide an outstanding education in a supportive environment helping all students to succeed in their chosen careers. Furthermore, we are committed to graduating qualified professionals who can participate in the community's medical services and contribute to the health and well being of all those they serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale
4850 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 200
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
General Phone: (954) 587-7100
http://www.medvance.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 146 | medical assistant, pharmacy tech, radiation therapist, surgical tech |
| Medical Administration | 42 | medical records tech |
| Therapy and Counseling | 29 | massage therapy |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 18 | nursing assistant |
| Medicine | 0 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 172 | 4 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 45 | 3 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 18 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale had a total enrollment of 394 students (722 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Asian | 11% |
| Unknown | 89% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lauderdale Lakes, 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:
Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3480301)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 7 | $42,000 | 16 | $42,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $42,000 | 16 | $42,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Medvance Institute Fort Lauderdale Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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