Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Gulfport, MS. It offers 7 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 (7/30/2000 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $18,381. Its tuition is higher 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-Gulfport.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $18,381 | - | 53 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $10,090 | - | 600 Hours | 9 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $24,805 | - | 82 Hours | 15 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $15,045 | - | 775 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
| 5 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $19,868 | - | 59 Hours | 11 Months | $16,730 |
| 6 | Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | $21,332 | - | 65 Hours | 12 Months | $18,409 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 352 students attended Blue Cliff College-Gulfport in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 15 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 11 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 28 (full-time) and 14 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is 19% and the retention rate is 21% at the school.
| Student Population | 352 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 19% |
| Number of Faculty | 26 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 25 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is $18,381
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
75% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,844 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,381 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $9,891 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,891 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,844 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport offers 7 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, 116 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 40 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 116 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Blue Cliff College-Gulfport are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 116 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 40 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 76 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 23 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 23 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 17 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 17 |
| Total | 40 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 19 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 57 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 5 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✕ | 7 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 42 |
| Renal/Dialysis Technologist/Technician | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 76 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 352 students have enrolled into Blue Cliff College-Gulfport. By gender, 24 male and 328 female students are attending the school.
There are 128 White (36.36%), 197 Black/African American (55.97%), 14 Hispanic (3.98%), 3 Asian (0.85%), and 24 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 352 | 24 | 328 |
| American Indian/Native American | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Asian | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Black/African American | 197 | 10 | 187 |
| Hispanic | 14 | 1 | 13 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 128 | 12 | 116 |
| Two More | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 12251 Bernard Pkwy, Gulfport, MS
- 228-896-9727
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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