Arlington Career Institute
Arlington Career Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Grand Prairie, TX. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (5/31/1987 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Arlington Career Institute is Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) and the 2024 tuition and fees is $12,500. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) programs ($12,629). The length of the program is 995 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Arlington Career Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) | $12,500 | $1,378 | 995 Hours | 12 Months | $12,629 |
| 2 | Court Reporting/Court Reporter | $22,000 | $4,455 | 3,160 Hours | 36 Months | $18,665 |
| 3 | Legal Assistant/Paralegal | $12,760 | $1,595 | 900 Hours | 10 Months | $20,193 |
| 4 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $945 | $50 | 100 Hours | 1 Months | $4,480 |
| 5 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $18,600 | $2,690 | 1,380 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 6 | Health and Medical Administrative Services (other) | $12,500 | $1,779 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $13,492 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 375 students attended Arlington Career Institute in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 15 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 30 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 36 (full-time) and 3 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Arlington Career Institute is 72% and the retention rate is 71% at the school.
| Student Population | 375 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 72% |
| Number of Faculty | 16 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 30 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Arlington Career Institute is $12,500
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
61% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,414 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $12,500 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,378 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,528 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $3,012 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,414 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Arlington Career Institute offers 8 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 270 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 158 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 4 | 2 | 79 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 1 | 23 |
| Total | 8 | 4 | 270 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Arlington Career Institute are offered both in online and on-site education. Total 270 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 158 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 10 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 79 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 23 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 158 completers |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 158 |
| Total | 158 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Business | ✔ | 10 completers |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✔ | 10 |
| Total | 10 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Studies | ✔ (1 completers) | 28 completers |
| Legal Assistant/Paralegal | ✔ | 28 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✔ | 51 completers |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services (other) | ✔ | 8 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) | ✕ | 43 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 79 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Studies | ✔ | 23 completers |
| Court Reporting/Court Reporter | ✔ | 23 |
| Total | 23 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 375 students have enrolled into Arlington Career Institute. By gender, 23 male and 352 female students are attending the school.
There are 144 White (38.40%), 111 Black/African American (29.60%), 118 Hispanic (31.47%), 1 Asian (0.27%), and 119 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 375 | 23 | 352 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 111 | 9 | 102 |
| Hispanic | 118 | 6 | 112 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 144 | 8 | 136 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 901 Ave K, Grand Prairie, TX
- 972-647-1607
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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