Kirkwood, MO is home to Midwest Institute. Kirkwood is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Midwest Institute go up to the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in therapy and counseling and medical administration.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Midwest Institute has 142 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Midwest Institute attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Midwest Institute
10910 Manchester Rd
Kirkwood, MO 63122
General Phone: (314) 965-8363
http://midwestinstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 107 | medical assistant, veterinary assistant, dental assistant, pharmacy tech |
| Medical Administration | 24 | medical office computer specialist, medical office management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 11 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Midwest Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 134 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Midwest Institute had a total enrollment of 142 students (140 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 16% |
| Women | 84% |
| Full-Time | 66% |
| Part-Time | 34% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 37% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 78 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Kirkwood, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 134 | 128 | 96% | 128 | 100% |
| Men | 21 | 20 | 95% | 20 | 100% |
| Women | 113 | 108 | 96% | 108 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Financial Aid:
Midwest Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2121100)
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 | 3 | $40,921 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $40,921 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Computer Specialist/Assistant
Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Midwest Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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