Career College of Northern Nevada
- CCNN Offers Technology Driven Programs in Electronics, Computer Repair, Networking, Computer Science, Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing and Insurance Coding (Coders and Billers) and Computerized Business Management Career Fields.
School Highlights
- Career College of Northern Nevada serves 581 students (80% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 37:1.
- Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 53%.
- Career College of Northern Nevada is one of 2 community colleges within Washoe County, NV.
- The nearest community college is Truckee Meadows Community College (4.60 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 46% over five years.
| Career College of Northern Nevada | (NV) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, for profit |
| Total Faculty | 47 staff | 38 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 7 | 9 |
| Total Enrollment | 581 students | 3,024 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 | 37:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 467 students | 919 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 3% | 1% |
| % Asian | 4% | 8% |
| % Hispanic | 30% | 24% |
| % Black | 2% | 8% |
| % White | 58% | 47% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 3% |
| % Unknown races | 2% | 7% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.59 | 0.70 |
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| College Completion Rate | 59% | 54% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $27,000 | $32,800 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 91% | 75% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $14,021 | $11,833 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,232 | $6,196 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | - |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Our computer training programs were designed with the prospective employer in mind, and our facility is one of the most modern and well equipped educational facilities of its type in Northern Nevada. Each Area of study has a local advisory committee comprised of employers from area businesses. These advisory committees help us offer up-to-date programs that are satisfying the needs of the local employers. When you train at Career College of Northern Nevada (CCNN), you're not just getting an education, you are planning for a CAREER that is tailored to the needs of the employment community. CCNN offers short diploma programs for the Microcomputer Office Specialist with a focus on Information Processing and Legal Office. Graduates of these programs are prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification examinations right here on campus since we are an approved testing facility. We also offer short diploma programs in Medical Assisting and Electronics Repair Technician. Graduates of the Electronics Repair Technician programs are prepared to work in a variety of fields that repair and install electronic devices and equipment. Associate of Occupational Studies Degree Programs are offered in: Computerized Business Management, Medical Assisting and Electronic Engineering Technology (EET). Extracurricular activities, which have included various student committees, school newspaper, social functions, field trips and intra-collegiate athletics, vary from year to year according to the inclination of the students. Career College of Northern Nevada is accredited as a Main Campus by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, www.ccnn.edu/disclosures
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