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Meridian Career Institute is in Sarasota, FL. Sarasota is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Meridian Career Institute issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Certificate.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include beauty and cosmetology.
Not all applicants to Meridian Career Institute are accepted. People seek out the school, and many students are from other states.
Approximately 151 students study at Meridian Career Institute (in 2007).
Part-time study is common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Resort and Spa Schools International is to provide men and woman with a quality career education while instilling a foundation of excellence in customer service."
More complete details are provided below.
Meridian Career Institute
7020 Professional Pkwy E Suite A
Sarasota, FL 34240
General Phone: (941) 377-4880
http://www.meridian.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 50 | cosmetology, manicurist, barber, aesthetician and skin care, personal grooming |
Number of programs and degrees for Meridian Career Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 41 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 9 | 3 |
In 2007, Meridian Career Institute had a total enrollment of 151 students (106 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 7% |
| Women | 93% |
| Full-Time | 73% |
| Part-Time | 27% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 65% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Sarasota, 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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 56 | 56 | 100% | 56 | 100% |
| Men | 4 | 4 | 100% | 4 | 100% |
| Women | 52 | 52 | 100% | 52 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not 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 |
Financial Aid:
Meridian Career Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2326800)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Meridian Career Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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