Students attend Stone Academy in Waterbury, CT, a medium-sized suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Stone Academy degrees go up to the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Applicants to Stone Academy appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 296 students at the school (as of 2007-2008). Stone Academy has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Stone Academy's mission is to provide an academic enviroment where motivated individuals can acquire the specific skills and attitude necessary to make a significant contribution in the business and allied health field. The dedication of the faculty and adminstration with each student afford the stucent the opportunity to put their marketable skills to use in the business and allied health fields."
More complete details are provided below.
Stone Academy Waterbury
101 Pierpont Rd
Waterbury, CT 06705
General Phone: (203) 756-5500
http://www.stoneacademy.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 112 | nursing assistant |
| Medical Support and Technology | 75 | medical assistant |
| Medical Administration | 32 | medical secretary |
| Office and Administration | 5 | administrative assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Stone Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 117 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 107 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Stone Academy had a total enrollment of 296 students (423 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 23% |
| Black | 23% |
| Hispanic | 38% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 97 % |
| Part-Time | 88 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 69% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Waterbury, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Stone Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1242503)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Stone Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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