- St. Louis College of Health Careers (SLCHC) fosters an environment of positive change and growth within itself, the community, and the greater St. Louis Metropolitan area. The College places special emphasis in assisting the unemployed or underemployed and those seeking to learn new job skills, thus moving individuals closer to full economic independence. SLCHC educates allied health professionals to meet the ever-changing needs of the health care sector. SLCHC develops and refines programs based on current health care trends. Since its founding, the College has embraced those seeking an avenue through which to improve their quality of life. Our goals at St. Louis College of Health Careers, are to Provide a supportive, flexible learning environment, Provide the opportunity for career training, Develop self-sufficient graduates, Provide ongoing outreach and guidance services that develop self-esteem and critical thinking, Assist in employment preparation and job search. St. Louis College of Health Careers has maintained a fundamental educational philosophy since its inception, and is dedicated to meeting the educational needs and professional expectations of its students. The College strives to prepare students to become competent members of the health care community. To this end, the College developed an educational structure that combines theoretical instruction with clinical experience in a specialized field, and believes this combination will best prepare students for technical careers in health care. SLCHC believes that a medical professional is best trained in a health care environment. For this reason, clinical experiences are offered within medical facilities in the St. Louis area, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, doctors? offices, and clinics. This allows clinical instruction in a modern health care environment. Qualified educators and health care professionals supervise both classroom instruction and the clinical experience.
School Highlights
St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis serves 100 students (65% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
28 staff
139 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis has declined by 48% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis diversity score of 0.24 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
100 students
2,348 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
65 students
1,145 students
# Part-Time Students
35 students
1,203 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
179 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
65 students
1,145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
35 students
908 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
4%
% Black
86%
7%
% White
6%
62%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
3%
21%
Diversity Score
0.24
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
77%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.12%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,300
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
47%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,987
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,117
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
92%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis?
The acceptance rate of St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 92%.
What is St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis's ranking?
St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
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