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North American Trade Schools is located in a large suburb, in Baltimore, MD. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at North American Trade Schools top out at the Certificate.
Students at the school often study transportation and construction trades.
The admissions department at North American Trade Schools does not accept all those who apply. In 2007, 53% of applicants were rejected at the school. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school offers classes to 463 students (463 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at North American Trade Schools. A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"THE PURPOSE OF NORTH AMERICAN TRADE SCHOOLS (NATS) IS TO PROVIDE, IN A PRIVATE CAREER SCHOOL SETTING, POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION THAT COMBINES COMPREHENSIVE CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION AND HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH PRACTICAL CAREER-ORIENTED SUCCESS SKILLS TO THOROUGHLY PREPARE EACH STUDENT FOR AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION IN HIS OR HER CHOSEN FIELD. NATS DOES THIS BY KEEPING CURRENT WITH ADVANCES IN THE INDUSTRY."
More complete details are provided below.
North American Trade Schools
6901 Security Blvd Suite 16
Baltimore, MD 21244
General Phone: (410) 298-4844
http://natradeschools.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 175 | truck and bus driver |
| Construction Trades | 133 | power transmission, construction |
| Mechanics And Repair | 61 | diesel mechanics, HVAC |
Number of programs and degrees for North American Trade Schools in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 308 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 61 | 2 |
In 2007, North American Trade Schools had a total enrollment of 463 students (463 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 96% |
| Women | 4% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 21% |
| Black | 71% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 49% |
| 30-34 | 18% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 58% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Baltimore, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maryland Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 516 | 241 | 47% | 241 | 100% |
| Men | 495 | 231 | 47% | 231 | 100% |
| Women | 21 | 10 | 48% | 10 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | 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:
North American Trade Schools participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2545400)
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, General
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets North American Trade Schools Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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