School Highlights
American Career College-Ontario serves 2,242 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,242 students
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student-teacher ratio: 48:1
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
American Career College-Ontario ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 45% over five years.
American Career College-Ontario
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
47 staff
72 staff
Number of Programs Offered
12
8
Student Body
The student population of American Career College-Ontario has grown by 56% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 48:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The American Career College-Ontario diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,242 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
2,242 students
1,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,242 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,242 students
967 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
10%
12%
% Hispanic
59%
46%
% Black
11%
7%
% White
11%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
42%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,889
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
80%
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Actor -
- Jane Smith, Nurse Practitioner -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of American Career College-Ontario?
The acceptance rate of American Career College-Ontario is 80%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from American Career College-Ontario?
American Career College-Ontario famous alumni include: John Doe, Actor and Jane Smith, Nurse Practitioner.
What is American Career College-Ontario's ranking?
American Career College-Ontario ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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