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Valley Grande Institute is in a large suburb, in Weslaco, TX. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Valley Grande Institute earn degrees up to the Certificate.
All qualified applicants are admitted as the school offers open admission.
Valley Grande Institute, in 2007-2008, had 370 students (611 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at the school are minorities.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies has as its primary mission the task to offer a program in Vocational Nursing as well as programs in the field of Allied Health. The Advisory Board, consisting of prominent members from the public and private sectors of business, public service, medical nd other fields, guide the school in all of its programming and plans. This kind of input from the committee enables Valley Grande Institute to stay ahead of industry and technologic change; in its committment to provide the lastest and best in technology, facilities, equipment, and training of the students."
More complete details are provided below.
Valley Grande Institute For Academic Studies
345 S. Texas Blvd.
Weslaco, TX 78596
General Phone: (956) 973-1945
http://www.valleygrandeinstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 603 | radiation therapist, medical lab assistant, allied health and medical assisting, electrocardiograph tech, pharmacy tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 190 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
| Medicine | 60 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Valley Grande Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 738 | 7 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 115 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Valley Grande Institute had a total enrollment of 370 students (611 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 5% |
| Hispanic | 95% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 31% |
| 30-34 | 26% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 26% |
| Transfer Out | 3% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Weslaco, 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.
Financial Aid:
Valley Grande Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3612400)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Valley Grande Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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