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Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences, also referred to as Swedish Institute, is located in New York, New York. Founded in 1916 by Captain Theodore Melander, it was originally known as the the Swedish Institute for Physiotherapy. The institute was granted college status in 1954.
Swedish Institute awards the Associate of Occupational Studies degree in massage therapy. Upon completion of the course, students can start working as licensed massage therapists. The institute also grants the Bachelor of Professional Studies, and Master of Science degree in acupuncture. In addition, professional continuing education courses are available.
Students of Swedish Institute are involved in a various clubs and organizations including the Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance, the American Association of Oriental Medicine, the International Massage Association, the New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapists, and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Swedish Institute College is in New York, NY. New York is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Swedish Institute College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
The school stays focused on a few key areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Swedish Institute College include therapy and counseling.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 561 students study at Swedish Institute College (in 2007-2008). The school is particularly welcoming to minority students. Many of the students at Swedish Institute College are in their forties, or even older. The school is a largely female school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the Swedish Institute is to create a safe and challenging environment for training students in the most current practical, theoretical, scientific and ethical foundations of western and eastern holistic health care so that graduates are able to find and perform therapeutic work in a variety of settings.
The mission of the Swedish Institute is to create a safe and challenging environment for training students in the most current practical, theoretical, scientific and ethical foundations of Western and Eastern holistic health care so that graduates are able to find and perform therapeutic work in a variety of settings."
More complete details are provided below.
Swedish Institute College Of Health Sciences
226 W 26th St., 5th Fl
New York, NY 10001-6700
General Phone: (212) 924-5900
http://www.swedishinstitute.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy and Counseling | 231 | massage therapy |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 28 | acupuncture |
Number of programs and degrees for Swedish Institute College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 231 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 28 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Swedish Institute College had a total enrollment of 561 students (829 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 86% |
| Graduate | 14% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 23% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 37% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 22% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
| Part-Time | 74 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,300 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Swedish Institute College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2170000)
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 | 12 | $51,323 | 13 | $50,594 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $51,323 | 13 | $50,594 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Swedish Institute College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (for open-admission colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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