Students attend Premiere Career College in Irwindale, CA, a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Premiere Career College degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in medical administration.
Applicants to Premiere Career College appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 375 students at the school (as of 2007-2008). Premiere Career College has a large minority student population.
More complete details are provided below.
Premiere Career College
12901 Ramona Blvd
Irwindale, CA 91706-3746
General Phone: (626) 814-2080
http://www.premierecollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 299 | surgical tech, medical lab assistant, medical assistant |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 178 | licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Administration | 102 | health care facilities management, medical secretary |
| Office and Administration | 16 | general office occupations |
| Business and Management | 5 | accounting and related services |
Number of programs and degrees for Premiere Career College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 212 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 210 | 6 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 178 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Premiere Career College had a total enrollment of 375 students (600 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 6% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 55% |
| Asian | 35% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Irwindale, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Premiere Career College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3125800)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Related Services, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Premiere Career College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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