High Desert Medical College
High Desert Medical College is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Lancaster, CA. It offers 16 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (4/15/2013 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at High Desert Medical College is Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $52,047. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician programs ($41,328). The length of the program is 118 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 27 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at High Desert Medical College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $52,047 | $7,073 | 118 Hours | 27 Months | $41,328 |
| 2 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $29,692 | $5,619 | 1,530 Hours | 16 Months | $18,035 |
| 4 | Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist | $51,385 | $7,735 | 107 Hours | 30 Months | $32,368 |
| 5 | Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | $18,230 | $1,110 | 45 Hours | 9 Months | $20,397 |
| 6 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $17,747 | $1,988 | 92 Hours | 21 Months | $18,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 2,280 students attended High Desert Medical College in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 51 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 63 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 30 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 130 (full-time) and 68 (part-time).
The graduation rate of High Desert Medical College is 68% and the retention rate is 80% at the school.
| Student Population | 2,280 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 68% |
| Number of Faculty | 114 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 30 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of High Desert Medical College is $52,047
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
58% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,363 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $52,047 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $7,073 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $66,258 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $20,790 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,363 |
Offered Certificate Programs
High Desert Medical College offers 12 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, 880 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 4 | 0 | 298 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 6 | 0 | 455 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 97 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Total | 12 | 0 | 880 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at High Desert Medical College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 880 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 298 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 455 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 97 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 30 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 298 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 52 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 38 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 205 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 298 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 100 completers |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | ✕ | 100 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 355 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 69 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✕ | 43 |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 11 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 174 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 58 |
| Total | 455 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 97 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 97 |
| Total | 97 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 30 completers |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | ✕ | 30 |
| Total | 30 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 2,280 students have enrolled into High Desert Medical College. By gender, 213 male and 2,067 female students are attending the school.
There are 314 White (13.77%), 291 Black/African American (12.76%), 1,412 Hispanic (61.93%), 96 Asian (4.21%), and 1,566 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,280 | 213 | 2,067 |
| American Indian/Native American | 15 | 2 | 13 |
| Asian | 96 | 23 | 73 |
| Black/African American | 291 | 26 | 265 |
| Hispanic | 1,412 | 118 | 1,294 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| White | 314 | 28 | 286 |
| Two More | 76 | 8 | 68 |
| Un-Known | 62 | 6 | 56 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 701 West Avenue K suite 123, Lancaster, CA
- 661-940-9300
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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