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PJA School is located in a large suburb, in Upper Darby, PA. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at PJA School top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study law and business and management.
The admissions department at PJA School does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 244 students (494 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at PJA School.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The PJA School believes that our highest goal must be to graduate competent, skilled professionals who are truly prepared, both personally and professionally, to fill the employment needs of today and the future.
Both task-specific and personal skill development form the basis of PJA's training. Indeed, the guiding force behind every policy, effort and activity of the school is to encourage such growth in our students.
By striving for this goal, we believe we are making a difference in the lives of our students and graduates, as well as the broader community."
More complete details are provided below.
PJA School
7900 W Chester Pke
Upper Darby, PA 19082-1917
General Phone: (610) 789-6700
http://www.pjaschool.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 75 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Business and Management | 26 | accounting technology |
| Liberal Arts | 6 | interdisciplinary studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer services management |
Number of programs and degrees for PJA School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 72 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 36 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, PJA School had a total enrollment of 244 students (494 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 14% |
| Women | 86% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 26% |
| Black | 62% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 32% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 99% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 45 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Upper Darby, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 162 | 104 | 64% | 83 | 80% |
| Men | 24 | 15 | 62% | 12 | 80% |
| Women | 138 | 89 | 64% | 71 | 80% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| 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 |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,630 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,630 |
Financial Aid:
PJA School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2301300)
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 | 4 | $51,038 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $51,038 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets PJA School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library
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