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York, PA is home to Yorktowne Business Institute. York is a medium-sized suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Yorktowne Business Institute go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in business and management, medical administration, and cooking and culinary arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 247 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Yorktowne Business Institute are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Yorktowne Business Institute was established to provide the people of south-central Pennsylvania and the surrounding region with a quality career training facility. The need exists, both locally and regionally, for an institution that will provide students with relevant, real-life career skills while instilling the self-confidence necessary to become valuable assets to any employer. In reaching out to all qualified prospective students Yorktowne Business Institute supports a diverse student body with a blend of talents and backgrounds, creating a microcosm of a business community and serving as an effective, skills-oriented training environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Yorktowne Business Institute
W Seventh Ave
York, PA 17404
General Phone: (717) 846-5000
http://www.ybi.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 33 | chef training, pastry |
| Medical Administration | 25 | medical records admin, medical secretary |
| Business and Management | 16 | business management, accounting and related services |
| Medical Support and Technology | 11 | medical assistant |
| Office and Administration | 3 | administrative assistant |
| Hospitality | 0 | hospitality management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 0 | computer support |
Number of programs and degrees for Yorktowne Business Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 68 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 15 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Yorktowne Business Institute had a total enrollment of 247 students (202 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 24% |
| Women | 76% |
| Full-Time | 83% |
| Part-Time | 17% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 11% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 73 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of York, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 75 | 63 | 84% | 63 | 100% |
| Men | 16 | 15 | 94% | 15 | 100% |
| Women | 59 | 48 | 81% | 48 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| 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 | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,040 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,040 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Yorktowne Business Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2120800)
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 | 2 | * | 3 | $45,836 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $45,836 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Yorktowne Business Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in cooking and culinary arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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