Carrington College-Boise
Tel:
(208)377-8080
- Carrington College's Boise campus is the perfect spot to earn an associate degree or certificate in a medical field. That's because it's in a modern 46,000 square foot building located near many of the city's health care facilities. Close to several bus stops and featuring a beautifully landscaped patio, the campus is easy to find. Once you're there, you might want to stay. Modern classrooms, a full multimedia library and a computer lab are just the beginning. You can learn from health care professionals who are experienced in their field. We've even partnered with local health care organizations to make sure you're learning the skills you need for a successful career. Carrington College offers associate and bachelor's degree programs, as well as certificate programs in the medical field for those looking to transform their lives with an education that leads to careers, not just jobs. Take a look at our programs and embrace the future that could be yours with a degree or certificate from Carrington College.
School Highlights
- Carrington College-Boise serves 494 students (92% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
- Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 19%.
- Carrington College-Boise is one of 2 community colleges within Ada County, ID.
- The nearest community college to Carrington College-Boise is Brown Mackie College-Boise (2.5 miles away).
Top Placements
Carrington College-Boise places among the top 20% of community colleges in Idaho for:
- Category Attribute
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Carrington College-Boise | (ID) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | Less than 2 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 27 staff | 265 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 12 | 12 |
| Total Enrollment | 494 students | 5,032 students |
 | ||
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 | 31:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 455 students | 2,051 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 39 students | 2,981 students |
 |  | |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | 3% | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 13% | 8% |
| % Black | 2% | 1% |
| % White | 78% | 81% |
| % Hawaiian | 1% | 1% |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 1% |
 |  | |
| Diversity Score | 0.37 | 0.34 |
| College Completion Rate (Year 2015) | 70% | 19% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $27,000 | $30,000 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 96% | 91% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $9,500 | $11,375 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,738 | $5,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 100% |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Carrington College-Boise is Brown Mackie College-Boise (2.5 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Brown Mackie College-BoisePrivate, for profit356 students | 2.50 Mi9050 W Overland Rd, Ste 101
Boise, ID 83709
(208)321-8800 2.50356 - College of Western IdahoPublic10,217 students | 12.40 Mi5500 East Opportunity Drive
Nampa, ID 83687
(208)562-3000 12.4010,217 - 2,396 students | 45.30 Mi650 College Blvd
Ontario, OR 97914
(541)881-8822 45.302,396 - 7,021 students | 115.10 Mi315 Falls Ave.
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208)733-9554 115.107,021 - 1,731 students | 189.60 Mi2411 NW Carden Ave
Pendleton, OR 97801
(541)276-1260 189.601,731
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