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PC AGE

Overview of PC Age

PC Age is a New Jersey school dedicated to providing Information Technology (IT) career training in a relatively short timeframe. The institution operates two campuses located in Edison and Newark. Established in 1991, PC Age has become one of the largest institutions of IT certification in the state. The school's programs prepare graduates for careers as Microsoft and Cisco Certified InterNetwork Engineers. Its Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) computer-based training and test preparation software have received excellent reviews from industry magazines and have been sold in over 40 countries. PC Age is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET).

Points of Distinction

  • Computer training books have been used by colleges and universities
  • Numerous awards and recognition
  • Earn-While-Study program helps students earn money while attending the school
  • Financial Aid available to students who qualify

Areas of Study

PC Age offers a comprehensive InterNetwork Engineering program which provides students with the expertise and skills to work as a Network Administrator/Engineer (InterNetwork Engineer) or Computer/Network Support Specialist. Graduates will have working familiarity with network hardware and software and will be able to understand, install, troubleshoot and support Microsoft and Cisco networks and implement Network Security. Certification programs include Microsoft Certified Systems Engineering, Cisco CCNA/CCNP Certification Training, and Sun Certified Java Programmer Training.

PC Age Admissions

Prospective applicants should contact the school's admissions office for complete admissions information. An online form is available for submission, after which an admissions representatives will contact the applicant.

PC Age Faculty Quality

The school's instructors are CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco certified. In addition to providing their subject-matter expertise, faculty members work with students in classroom settings and one-on-one to provide services such as resume and cover letter development, job search methodologies, and personal and technical interview preparation.

PC Age Student Body

The student body at PC Age is largely working adults, about 85% of which are from in-state. Across both campuses, over 100 students attend the school.

PC Age Student Life

As a commuter school, PC Age does not offer campus housing. Student focus is on preparation for industry certifications, elements of which are integrated into each course. Each core course has a companion course that focuses on preparation for a technical job interview and assimilation to real-world project environments. All students receive placement assistance.

Offers IT career training. Located in New Jersey IT career training in the Northeast.

Contacting PC AGE

PC AGE
2815 Kennedy Blvd, 3rd Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306
General Phone: (201) 761-0144
http://www.pcage.com

PC AGE Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Computer Science And Engineering48computer networking

Number of programs and degrees for PC AGE in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Award of less than 1 academic year481
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years01

Student Body

In 2007-2008, PC AGE had a total enrollment of 38 students (61 full-time equivalent).

Students in the Freshman Class:

GroupPercent
Men100%
Women0%
Full-Time0%
Part-Time100%

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White10%
Black33%
Hispanic42%
Asian12%
Unknown3%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
18-195%
20-218%
22-2413%
25-2926%
30-3418%
35-3916%
40-4911%
50-643%

PC AGE Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time72 %
Part-Time43 %

Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)

ItemPercent
Graduating53%

PC AGE Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Jersey City, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Jersey Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

PC AGE Admissions and Selectivity

Acceptances:

GroupApplicantsAcceptedPercent
Accepted
EnrolledPercent of
Accepted Enrolled
Total141393%13100%
Men141393%13100%

Application Requirements:

ItemRequirement
GPAnot required
Class Ranknot required
High School Recordrequired
College Prep Programnot required
Recommendationsnot required
Formal Demonstration of Competencenot required
Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT)not required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)not required
Other Standardized Testsrequired

PC AGE Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Financial Aid:
PC AGE participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3650600)

PC AGE Degree Programs (2007)

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

PC AGE Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets PC AGE Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Minority % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 8%PC AGE Minority % of student body
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study

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