- The Brown Mackie College system of schools provides higher education to traditional and nontraditional students through associate's degree, diploma, and certificate programs designed to enhance career opportunities, broaden perspectives through appropriate general education courses, develop critical and independent thinking skills, improve problem-solving abilities and develop an appreciation for lifelong and continued education.
School Highlights
Brown Mackie College-Merrillville served 512 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 34:1 was same as the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment was 57% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 51%.
School Overview
Brown Mackie College-Merrillville
(IN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
15 staff
145 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
512 students
3,848 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
512 students
1,083 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
2,765 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
512 students
289 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
512 students
1,548 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5,260 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
180 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
35 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
196 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
10%
4%
% Black
45%
9%
% White
43%
49%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
1%
32%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2007)
54%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,300
$32,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,123
$16,044
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,141
$14,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,625
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
485
SAT Math
n/a
485
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Brown Mackie College system of schools is dedicated to providing educational programs that prepare students for entry-level positions in a competitive, rapidly changing workplace. The schools offer associate's degrees and/or diplomas, and certificate programs in business, health sciences, legal studies, information technology, and electronic fields to over 7,000 students in eight states (as of fall 2004). Not all programs and degree levels are offered at all locations. The Merrillville location offers a modern, professional environment for study. The smoke-free facility includes four classrooms, library, and student lounge. The facility includes five computer laboratories with networked computers and a modern medical laboratory. The labs provide students with hands-on opportunities to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Students are welcome to use those facilities when they are not in use for scheduled classes. At Brown Mackie College ? Merrillville, we pride ourselves on the close attention that our faculty and staff offer our students. With an attractive student/faculty ratio, we're able to offer lots of support and guidance to ensure our students' academic success. Our faculty and administration come to know our students personally. You'll never get lost in the crowd. Each Brown Mackie College location is licensed by the state in which it is located and is authorized to confer associate's degrees and/or diplomas and certificates. The college is an accredited member of ACICS.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Brown Mackie College-Merrillville cost?
Brown Mackie College-Merrillville's private state tuition is approximately $12,123.
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