School Highlights
American Career College-Ontario serves 2,585 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,585 students
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student:teacher ratio: 30:1
- 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 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
American Career College-Ontario
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
87 staff
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
12
12
Student Body
The student population of American Career College-Ontario has grown by 94% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The American Career College-Ontario diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,585 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
2,585 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
258 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,585 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
9%
13%
% Hispanic
62%
47%
% Black
10%
7%
% White
11%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,889
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
80%
93%
Source: 2024 (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 93%.
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: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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