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Mercer County Career Center is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Mercer, Pennsylvania. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Mercer County Career Center top out at the Certificate.
Students at the school often study nursing and emergency medicine.
The admissions department at Mercer County Career Center does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 65 students (55 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at Mercer County Career Center.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to equip students with marketable skills through effective career and technical education."
More complete details are provided below.
Mercer County Career Center
776 Greenville Rd
Mercer, PA 16137
General Phone: (724) 662-3000
http://www.mccc.onlinecommunity.com
Mercer County Career Center awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 112 | licensed practical nurse |
Number of programs and degrees for Mercer County Career Center in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 112 | 1 |
In 2005, Mercer County Career Center had a total enrollment of 65 students (55 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 33% |
| Women | 67% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 6% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 17% |
| 40-49 | 19% |
| 50-64 | 11% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 95% |
| Ohio | 5% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 62 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 85% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Mercer, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 36 | 100% | 36 | 100% |
| Men | 12 | 12 | 100% | 12 | 100% |
| Women | 24 | 24 | 100% | 24 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,709 |
Financial Aid:
Mercer County Career Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2362300)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Mercer County Career Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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