Thompson Institute

3010 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Tel: (215)594-4000
Private, for profit | 1,229 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Thompson Institute serves 1,229 students.
  • Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body.
  • Thompson Institute is one of 13 community colleges within Philadelphia County, PA.

School Overview:
Thompson Institute
Community College Avg.
Title IV Eligible Yes YES
Institution Level Less than 2 yrs At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Private, for profit Public
Student Body
Total Enrollment 1,229 students 1,418 students
% American Indian/Alaskan		 - 1%
% Asian		 - 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 - 6%
% Black		 - 15%
% White		 - 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%

School Notes:

  • Our programs emphasize hands-on training and are relevant to employers' needs, focusing on areas that offer strong employment opportunities. Thompson Institute instills in all its students the excitement and passion to continue along the path of knowledge for lifelong learning.
  • At Thompson Institute students learn not only the skills they need to assist in securing their desired jobs, but also those necessary to develop the professional qualities necessary for longevity and continued professional growth. The Career Services Department works hand-in-hand with school faculty to provide professional development skills.
  • The college offers programs in Allied Health and Trades. The College offers Medical Assisting Diploma, Medical Office Management Diploma, Dental Assistant amongst others.
  • The college is accreditation by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas. The Thompson Institute/Philadelphia Campus, Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

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