Milan Institute-Palm Desert
Milan Institute-Palm Desert is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Palm Desert, CA. It offers 7 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 (12/1/1993 - 12/21/2017[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Milan Institute-Palm Desert is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $15,528. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,000 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 Milan Institute-Palm Desert.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $15,528 | $234 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $13,060 | $234 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $15,628 | $234 | 845 Hours | 11 Months | $16,730 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $15,528 | $234 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $14,546 |
| 6 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $14,387 | $234 | 740 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 241 students attended Milan Institute-Palm Desert in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 7 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 9 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 13 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Milan Institute-Palm Desert is 63% and the retention rate is 92% at the school.
| Student Population | 241 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 63% |
| Number of Faculty | 16 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Milan Institute-Palm Desert is $15,528
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
70% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,766 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,528 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $234 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,682 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $11,322 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,766 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Milan Institute-Palm Desert 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, 161 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 5 | 0 | 134 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 27 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 161 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Milan Institute-Palm Desert are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 161 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 134 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 27 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 49 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 49 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 85 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 30 |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 13 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 33 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 9 |
| Total | 134 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 27 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 27 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 241 students have enrolled into Milan Institute-Palm Desert. By gender, 13 male and 228 female students are attending the school.
There are 17 White (7.05%), 5 Black/African American (2.07%), 202 Hispanic (83.82%), 2 Asian (0.83%), and 216 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 241 | 13 | 228 |
| American Indian/Native American | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Asian | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Hispanic | 202 | 11 | 191 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 17 | 1 | 16 |
| Two More | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| Un-Known | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 75-030 Gerald Ford Drive, Suite 203, Palm Desert, CA
- 760-469-4545
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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