nvest in Your Life with CCNN
Career College of Northern Nevada will equip you with the training you need to succeed. Do you want to complete your diploma or degree program quickly? If so, CCNN is the place for you. We eliminate non-vocational training so you can stay focused on the core subjects that will matter to you in your career.
At CCNN, we prepare you for a real future. We know what employers want, and our hands-on training programs give you the confidence needed to show them that you've got it. You won't leave CCNN with just the training theories. You'll be fully qualified to land the job, keep the job and excel in the job.
Diploma Programs:
- HVAC/R Service Technician - Train to install and maintain heating and cooling systems for residences and commercial businesses.
- Welding and Fabrication - Learn the primary functions of a successful welding and fabrication specialist
Associate of Occupational Studies Degrees:
- Health Information Management - Prepare to perform medical insurance management duties, which include billing, submitting denied claims for appeal, explaining insurance procedures, coverage and benefits to patients, and more.
- Medical Assisting - Train to complete clinical and administrative tasks for physicians and other health practitioners in a variety of settings.
- Information Technology Specialist - Acquire the skills needed to maximize the potential of modern businesses, with an emphasis in virtualization, iPhone, iPad and tablet integration, and cloud computing technologies.
- Industrial Electronics Technology - Learn to work with emerging engineering technologies, including robotics, hydraulics, fiber optics, smart home technology, security/surveillance systems, and more .
We offer convenient morning, afternoon and evening classes,(weekends for HVAC and Welding) as well as graduate placement services. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and we are approved for Veteran's Training.
Admissions hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-7p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday by appointment only.
School Highlights
Career College of Northern Nevada served 362 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 66%.
School Overview
Career College of Northern Nevada
(NV) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private for-profit
Total Faculty
30 staff
90 staff
Number of Programs Offered
7
12
Student Body
Total Enrollment
362 students
4,141 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
362 students
820 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
3,321 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
829 students
396 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
362 students
820 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,555 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
100 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
1%
% Asian
4%
9%
% Hispanic
1%
34%
% Black
34%
9%
% White
2%
34%
% Hawaiian
54%
2%
% Two or more races
1%
7%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
59%
65%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$32,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,998
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,749
$4,718
Acceptance Rate
100%
54%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Career College of Northern Nevada?
The acceptance rate of Career College of Northern Nevada is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 54%.
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