Kaplan University-Davenport Campus
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- Kaplan University is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing innovative undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education. Our programs foster student learning with opportunities to launch, enhance, or change careers in a diverse global society. The University is committed to general education, a student-centered service and support approach, and applied scholarship in a practical environment.
School Highlights
- Kaplan University-Davenport Campus serves 52,018 students (22% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the state community college average of 33:1.
- Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 31%.
- Kaplan University-Davenport Campus is one of 3 community colleges within Scott County, IA.
- The nearest community college to Kaplan University-Davenport Campus is Brown Mackie College-Quad Cities (1.8 miles away).
Top Placements
Kaplan University-Davenport Campus places among the top 20% of community colleges in Iowa for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
- Community Size Largest student body
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
School Overview
- The teacher population of 1,049 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Kaplan University-Davenport Campus | (IA) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 1,049 staff | 95 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 52,018 students | 2,620 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 50:1 | 33:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 11,390 students | 1,090 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 40,628 students | 1,530 students |
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| # Undergraduate Students | 5,020 students | 1,120 students |
| # Graduate Students | 6,370 students | 44 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | 1% |
| % Asian | 2% | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 7% | 5% |
| % Black | 21% | 10% |
| % White | 45% | 69% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 1% |
| % Non Resident races | 1% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 22% | 11% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.70 | 0.50 |
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| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $39,400 | $36,000 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Kaplan University is part of Kaplan Higher Education, a system of more than 75 campus-based schools nationwide. An accredited university providing educational services since 1937, Kaplan University offers master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees, as well as certificate programs. Kaplan University's main campus is located at 1801 East Kimberly Road, Suite 1, in Davenport, Iowa. The University building encompasses a spacious 35,100 square feet. The campus is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping malls, and apartment complexes. The nearby interstate highway system makes this campus easily accessible to Iowa and Illinois residents. The facilities include classrooms, computer laboratories, a medical laboratory, a library, and a student lounge. Each Kaplan University course is taught in specially built classrooms, including computer and medical labs. Facilities are accessible to persons with physical impairments. The college offers programs in Arts and Sciences, Business, Criminal Justice, Education, Information Systems and Technology, Nursing, Allied Health, and Health Care, Travel and Tourism, Paralegal Studies and Continuing and Professional Studies. Kaplan University online is located on the Internet at www.kaplan.edu. Unlike traditional classroom experiences, Kaplan University focuses on adding a human touch to the high technology of learning online. The flexibility and dynamic interaction of online education at Kaplan University also allows for innovative learning opportunities. Some highlights include interactive seminars, one-on-one feedback, online quizzes, and active message boards. This progressive learning environment allows for constant interaction with faculty and fellow students. The college is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Kaplan University-Davenport Campus is Brown Mackie College-Quad Cities (1.8 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Brown Mackie College-Quad CitiesPrivate, for profit369 students | 1.80 Mi2119 Kimberly Rd.
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563)344-1500 1.80369 - 8,143 students | 2.70 Mi101 W. Third St.
Davenport, IA 52801
(563)336-3300 2.708,143 - Black Hawk CollegePublic6,307 students | 7.50 Mi6600-34th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
(309)796-5000 7.506,307 - 105 students | 34.40 Mi701 Portland Ave
Morrison, IL 61270
(815)772-7218 34.40105 - 2,200 students | 43.10 Mi2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard
Galesburg, IL 61401
(309)344-2518 43.102,200
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