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Nichols Career Center is located in Jefferson City, Missouri (a small city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Nichols Career Center is the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Nichols Career Center is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine and medical assistant and technician.
The school does not offer open admission. Nichols Career Center admitted just 48% of applicants in 2005.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Nichols Career Center had 78 enrolled students in 2005.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The staff at Nichols Career Center believes that students' learning is our highest priority. All students can learn and it is our responsibility to provide a safe and conducive learning atmosphere and to provide the opportunity for all students to master the technical skills that will meet their goals. We are preparing students for a technological future in a diverse society. Nichols Career Center will assist each student in achieving individual growth through academics and partnerships among student, teacher, and industry. We will guide students to assume the responsibility to attain their maximum potential as life-long learners and employees."
More complete details are provided below.
Nichols Career Center
605 Union
Jefferson City, MO 65101
General Phone: (573) 659-3100
Admissions Phone: (573) 659-3100
Financial Aid Phone: (573) 659-3104
http://www.oseda.missouri.edu
Nichols Career Center awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 26 | radiation therapist, dental assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 21 | licensed practical nurse |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 1 | commercial art |
| Media | 1 | printing equipment operation |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | computer systems tech |
| Production Trades | 0 | welding |
| Construction Trades | 0 | carpentry |
| Mechanics And Repair | 0 | HVAC, autobody repair, electrical installation and repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Nichols Career Center in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 35 | 10 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 15 | 1 |
In 2005, Nichols Career Center had a total enrollment of 78 students (75 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 15% |
| Women | 85% |
| Full-Time | 85% |
| Part-Time | 15% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 82 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Jefferson City, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 71 | 34 | 48% | 34 | 100% |
| Men | 6 | 5 | 83% | 5 | 100% |
| Women | 65 | 29 | 45% | 29 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (573) 659-3100
Financial Aid:
Nichols Career Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2066900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (573) 659-3104
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Nichols Career Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study Tenure system for quality teaching
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