The campus of Ross Medical Education Center is in Decatur, GA, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Ross Medical Education Center include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into Ross Medical Education Center is challenging; it only admitted 23% of those who applied in 2007.
In 2007, the school had 51 students enrolled (51 full-time equivalent). Ross Medical Education Center has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The staff of Ross Medical Education Center believes our purpose is to make available to students quality training and student services necessary to undertake careers in the allied health fields. The objectives to fulfill the mission of Ross Medical Education Center are:
-To prepare the graduate for entry-level positions in a physician's office, clinic, or other medical setting.
-To provide a program that focuses on both the clinical and the administrative aspects of medical assisting.
-To maintain current industry standards and practices.
-To ensure that faculty have the necessary and relevant work experience and educational preparation for effective program delivery.
-To maintain a high level of employer and graduate satisfaction by providing active and ongoing career development services."
More complete details are provided below.
Ross Medical Education Center
3918 N Druid Hills Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
General Phone: (404) 633-1747
http://www.rossmedicaleducation.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 28 | medical assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Ross Medical Education Center in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 28 | 1 |
In 2007, Ross Medical Education Center had a total enrollment of 51 students (51 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 3% |
| Black | 95% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 100% |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 72% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Decatur, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 168 | 38 | 23% | 38 | 100% |
| Women | 160 | 38 | 24% | 38 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not 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:
Ross Medical Education Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3391300)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ross Medical Education Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career services
On-campus library
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