Kaplan College

Highlights

• Emphasizes practical learning
• Flexible schedules
• Small class sizes
• Online programs are available through Kaplan University
• Accreditation given by the Higher Learning Commission

About the School

Kaplan College offers programs which prepare students for specific types of employment. Bachelor's and associate degrees along with certificates and diplomas are offered in the fields of business, healthcare, trades, computers, legal, information technology, criminal justice and other subjects. The school strives to offer programs that are in high demand by industries. The programs available vary by location. The college is owned by Kaplan Higher Education, a division of Kaplan Inc., which serves over one million students in the U.S. every year.

Academic Programs

Kaplan College offers a large number of educational programs. The curriculums are designed to lead to jobs in the nation's fastest-growing fields of employment as projected by the U.S. Department of Labor. The curriculums focus on practical learning that reflect on-the-job requirements for a chosen career. Kaplan College has as a goal to provide its students with the education they need in a short amount of time.

Areas of study at Kaplan College include:

• Business – Program options are for accounting and business administration.
• Computer – Concentrations can include applications, business specialist, forensics, support technicians, graphic design, information technology, and network systems.
• Healthcare – Many program options are available, ranging from medical and dental assisting to sonography to therapy of several types to massage to insurance to billing to administration to nursing to X-Ray technician and more.
• Legal – Students can focus on criminal justice, paralegal, and legal assistance.
• Professional – Offers an electrical technical option.

Learning Options

• Students may select from day and evening classes
• Students have the opportunity to take online programs provided by Kaplan University, also a part of Kaplan Higher Education

Faculty

Instructors are selected based on their academic credentials and real-world experience. The teachers emphasize practical learning.

Student Life

The majority of the students live in the surrounding area of their campus. Some of the enrollees are already employed and are seeking to enhance their careers. Kaplan College offers students career placement assistance. In addition, admissions representatives explore career possibilities with the enrollees.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Applicants must show proof of having a high school diploma or a GED certificate. Financial assistance such as federal and state grants and loans are available for qualified students. The university also awards scholarships to qualified undergraduates. The financial aid office personnel also provide alternate forms of financing. In addition, work/study programs are available.