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Midstate College is a private, for-profit institution, located in Peoria, Illinois, that was founded in 1888. It was formed with the merger of a number of commercial schools in Peoria, and was named Brown’s Business College of Commerce. The college got its present name, ‘Midstate College’ in 1970. The college offers a wide array of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study including business administration, paralegal services, computer and information science, and accounting. A host of courses can be availed online as well.
The College enrolls students from other US states other than Illinois to pursue various courses. The college has a strong alumni association which supports and maintains a healthy relationship between the college and the alumni. The college also offers various scholarships and special assignments.
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Campus Location411 W Northmoor Road Peoria, IL 61614-3595 USA Main Tel: (309) 692-4092 Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Midstate College HighlightsWhere Midstate College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in business and management and office and administration.
- Numerous part-time students.
- High female/male ratio.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| Associate | 78 | 9 | | Bachelor | 36 | 5 | | 1-2 year certificate | 13 | 6 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Midstate College was 641 in 2007 (413 full-time equivalent). About 26% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 74% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 35% are full-time and 65% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 11,250 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,050 |
Financial Aid: Midstate College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 21 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
Midstate College Admissions (2007)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 82% | | Women | 68% | | All | 71% |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (59 awarded) - Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (5 awarded) - Computer Software and Media Applications
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science/Studies
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
LAW (8 awarded) - Court Reporting/Court Reporter
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
- Legal Support Services
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (4 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (37 awarded) - Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (14 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
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