Andover College

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Andover College, Maine’s Career College provides programs that develop student potential into career competence; and contributes to community as a campus environment and as a civic neighbor. ...

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County Cumberland County, ME -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Private, for profit Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 577 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 453 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 1,030 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 92% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 55% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $6,258 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 7% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,417 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 2% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $9,660 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 89% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $6,149 $3,129

School Notes:

  • The academic career preparation programs at Andover College offer the opportunity for all students to broaden their career options and improve their career status. In today's dynamic employment market, personal financial independence through career growth requires continuing education and cutting-edge training. The Andover mission is to provide that education and training through a positive learning experience to empower students to achieve their personal career goals.
  • Andover College's academic programs are designed by faculty using their academic expertise and their professional experience, in partnership with local business and industry advisors. Each program develops the knowledge and technical skills for immediate career entry as well as the 'employabilities" such as communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and project management, which provide the foundation for career success. An Andover career preparation added to the traditional Maine work ethic results in the competent, committed employee in demand in any workplace.
  • Andover's supportive learning environment is a community of faculty, staff and students working together to assure the success and career satisfaction of all. Beyond the campus, Andover contributes to community by encouraging civic responsibility and regional economic development through service learning opportunities, business/education partnerships and College community involvement.
  • Andover College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) through its Commission on Technical and Career Institutions.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

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