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The campus of Texas Health School is in Houston, TX, which is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Texas Health School include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at Texas Health School is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2007, Texas Health School had 195 students enrolled (152 full-time equivalent). The school has a large minority student population. A large number of students at Texas Health School are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Texas Health School is to provide quality educational programs that prepare its graduates for employment in their specialized field of allied health. The programs emphasize hands-on training that are relevant to the requirements of the employer community and focus on areas that are offer long-term employment opportunities.
Specifically the School's objectives are:
1. To provide an education that will prepare the student to become a productive citizen as well as increasing his/her employment potential.
2. To offer quality instruction by employing instructors and administrators, who are specialists in their fields, and utilizing state of the art equipment.
3. To promote self-discipline and motivate the student to do his/her best, thus allowing him/her to achieve his/her full potential.
4. To provide competent, responsible support staff needed to help meet the demand of the local job market."
More complete details are provided below.
Texas Health School
11211 Katy Fwy Ste 170
Houston, TX 77079
General Phone: (713) 932-9333
http://texashealthschool.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 252 | nursing assistant, medication aide |
| Therapy And Counseling | 46 | physical therapist assistant, massage therapy |
| Medical Support And Technology | 30 | medical assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Texas Health School in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 328 | 5 |
In 2007, Texas Health School had a total enrollment of 195 students (152 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 66% |
| Part-Time | 34% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 20% |
| Black | 45% |
| Hispanic | 30% |
| Asian | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 85% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Houston, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 244 | 244 | 100% | 201 | 82% |
| Men | 16 | 16 | 100% | 11 | 69% |
| Women | 228 | 228 | 100% | 190 | 83% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | 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:
Texas Health School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3987300)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Medication Aide
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Physical Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Texas Health School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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