College of Health Care Professions-Northwest
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The College of Health Care Professions is a great place for working adults to enhance their current careers, or help themselves find new career pathways to better lives. We also train high school graduates to enter in the exciting high demand Healthcare industry.
Our programs are focused and centered on empowering you with the skills you need to enter the expanding and rewarding Healthcare Industry. Learn only what you need to gain employment in your particular field, so you can get certified and enter the job market faster.
Dental Assistant
Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist w/ MA Skills - Certificate
Medical Assistant
Surgical Technologist - Associates
Vocational Nursing - Certificate
Medical Coding and Billing-Health Information Technology - Certificate
Diagnostic Medical Sonography AssociatesAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing
The College of Health Care Professions also features:
Financial aid for those who qualify
Job placement assistance to graduates
Tutorials for all programs
Convenient day and evening classes
Four convenient locations
Friendly customer service oriented staff
If you feel you`re ready to forge a new direction in your life with better career options in the rewarding Healthcare industry, don`t hesitate to find out more about The College of Health Care Professions today!
School Highlights
College of Health Care Professions-Northwest serves 2,811 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 70%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 2,811 students
- Private-state tuition: $17,350
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 83%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 111% over five years.
College of Health Care Professions-Northwest
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Item not available
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
110 staff
262 staff
Number of Programs Offered
16
9
Student Body
The student population of College of Health Care Professions-Northwest has grown by 100% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest diversity score of 0.68 is equal to the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,811 students
3,674 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
2,811 students
1,289 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
3,252 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,811 students
1,266 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,252 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
251 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
43%
46%
% Black
32%
12%
% White
17%
30%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
19%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
8.88%
2.44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,000 is more than the state average of $14,068.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,350
$14,068
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,550
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
72%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 04/14/2022
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does College of Health Care Professions-Northwest cost?
College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's private state tuition is approximately $17,350.
What is the acceptance rate of College of Health Care Professions-Northwest?
The acceptance rate of College of Health Care Professions-Northwest is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 72%.
What is College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's ranking?
College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Highest completion rates.
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