Plaza College
74-09 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY, 11372 - 
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Plaza is a private, specialized College that offers educational programs to students who desire challenging careers and a continuation of their formal education. The curriculum tailored to meet the needs of a diverse population, offers students a distinct mix of business and liberal arts courses. As a teaching and learning College, Plaza is committed to striving for excellence and professionalism in the development of its faculty, students and staff. Plaza, rooted in a tradition of excellence, teachers its students the social, ethical and cultural values needed to become a respected member of the community. Teaching the processes of critical thinking, collaboration, and life-long learning, Plaza prepares its students to participate and compete in today’s global economy. ...
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| County | Queens County, NY | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 701 students | 1,020 students |
| Total Enrollment | 701 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 90% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 80% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,450 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 81% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $3,500 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 18% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $900 | $1,147 |
School Notes:
- Plaza College was founded in 1916 and began as an independent institution based in Long Island City. As long range plans indicated a need for more space, Plaza moved to Jackson Heights in 1970. The Plaza tradition has been one of providing students with a quality education that will lead to opportunities for both personal growth and career advancement in the business world. Academic support, counseling, and placement services reach out to each student ensuring a successful educational experience. The development of computer facilities, course offerings and other enhancements to the life of the College community clearly reflect Plaza's history of responding to dramatic changes in technology and the nature of business.
- Plaza College's programs are registered by the New York State Board of Regents and the College is authorized to confer the Associate in Applied Science and the Associate in Occupational Studies degrees. Degree Programs includes Business Administration, Information Sciences, Accounting and Information Systems, Office Technologies, Computer Business Support Specialist and Medical Assisting. Certificate Programs incudes Office Assistant, Word Processing, Junior Accounting, Computer operations assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Entrepreneurship, Junior Office Assistant and High Tech.
- Plaza is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Seminerio faces 14 yrs. in jail for hospital bribes (New York Post)
posted on January 21, 2010 at 04:26:05 pm
Anthony Seminerio, a 74-year-old former state assemblyman from Richmond Hill, faces up to 14 years in prison when he is sentenced Feb. 4, a federal judge said last week in a decision that accuses him of abusing his power to bully money out of hospitals, nonprofits, and other groups in... - Seminerio hearing reveals links to LIRR, Plaza College (YourNabe.com)
posted on October 29, 2009 at 08:34:12 am
The web of corruption former state Assemblyman Anthony Seminerio wove ensnared the Long Island Rail Road and an official at Plaza College in Jackson Heights, among others, prosecutors said at Wednesday’s pre-sentencing hearing for the Richmond Hill politician.He pleaded guilty in June to taking money from Jamaica Hospital administrators in exchange for lobbying state health officials on their ...
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