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Virginia College-Jackson is one of 13 campuses of Virginia College. The college was founded by the Atlantis Group, Inc in 1983. It was then located in Roanoke, Virginia. The Jackson, Mississippi campus was established in January, 2000.
Virginia College-Jackson offers associate's degree and diploma programs in the fields of network engineering, criminal justice, healthcare and medical services, cosmetology, and office management. The campus is designated as an Adult Education/GED Class site.
Virginia College-Jackson provides academic and career counseling services to current students, along with job placement assistance for recent graduates. Eligible candidates can also seek financial assistance through Federal Pell grants, student loans, and scholarships.
Virginia College Jackson is located in Jackson, MS (a medium-sized city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Virginia College Jackson is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering, computer science and engineering, therapy and counseling, medical administration, and beauty and cosmetology.
Virginia College Jackson does not offer open admission.
The school had 905 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Virginia College Jackson has a large minority student population.
More complete details are provided below.
Virginia College Jackson
4795 Interstate 55 N
Jackson, MS 39206-4026
General Phone: (601) 977-0960
http://www.vc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 180 | medical assistant, medical coding, surgical tech, pharmacy tech |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 30 | cosmetology, salon management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 26 | computer networking, information technology, computer support |
| Office and Administration | 25 | administrative assistant, office management |
| Medical Administration | 12 | medical office management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 11 | criminal justice and safety |
| Therapy and Counseling | 8 | massage therapy |
| Business and Management | 6 | human resources, accounting and related services |
| Law | 5 | legal assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Virginia College Jackson in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 140 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 91 | 10 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 72 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Virginia College Jackson had a total enrollment of 905 students (845 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 25% |
| Women | 75% |
| Full-Time | 88% |
| Part-Time | 12% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 13% |
| Black | 86% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 27% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Jackson, Mississippi for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Mississippi Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,422 | 974 | 68% | 746 | 77% |
| Men | 356 | 244 | 69% | 186 | 76% |
| Women | 1,066 | 730 | 68% | 560 | 77% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Financial Aid:
Virginia College Jackson participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3010603)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 19 |
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 | 3 | $33,538 | 19 | $31,442 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $33,538 | 19 | $31,442 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Information Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Office Management and Supervision
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Virginia College Jackson Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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