Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 6 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North-West College-West Covina | West Covina, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield | Bakersfield, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| South Coast College | Orange, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| American Career College-Ontario | Ontario, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Valley College of Medical Careers | West Hills, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| North-West College-Long Beach | Long Beach, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North-West College-West Covina | $18,121 | - | 61% | 22:1 | 625 |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield | $52,543 | - | 43% | 25:1 | 831 |
| South Coast College | $13,409 | - | 20% | 15:1 | 237 |
| American Career College-Ontario | $39,050 | - | 58% | 29:1 | 1,639 |
| Valley College of Medical Careers | $15,550 | - | 69% | 15:1 | 70 |
| North-West College-Long Beach | $37,419 | - | 55% | 25:1 | 533 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |