Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
Blue Cliff College-Alexandria is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Alexandria, LA. 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 (12/1/2006 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Alexandria is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2025 tuition and fees is $16,683. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 53 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Blue Cliff College-Alexandria.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $16,683 | - | 53 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $26,459 | - | 75 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $13,303 | - | 780 Hours | 7 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | $25,409 | - | 65 Hours | 12 Months | $18,409 |
| 5 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $11,295 | - | 600 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
| 6 | Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | $26,980 | - | 97 Hours | 18 Months | $15,098 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 345 students attended Blue Cliff College-Alexandria in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 14 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 8 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 30 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 27 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Blue Cliff College-Alexandria is 34% and the retention rate is 24% at the school.
| Student Population | 345 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 34% |
| Number of Faculty | 22 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 30 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Blue Cliff College-Alexandria is $16,683
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
80% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,541 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,683 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,260 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,638 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,541 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Blue Cliff College-Alexandria offers 6 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 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, 205 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 83 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 122 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 205 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Alexandria are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 205 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 83 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 122 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 54 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 54 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 0 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 8 |
| Total | 83 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 29 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 29 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 93 completers |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✕ | 47 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 46 |
| Total | 122 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 345 students have enrolled into Blue Cliff College-Alexandria. By gender, 16 male and 329 female students are attending the school.
There are 58 White (16.81%), 132 Black/African American (38.26%), 6 Hispanic (1.74%), and 155 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 345 | 16 | 329 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 132 | 10 | 122 |
| Hispanic | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 58 | 0 | 58 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 149 | 6 | 143 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1505 Metro Dr Ste 1, Alexandria, LA
- 318-445-2778
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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