Pinnacle Career Institute
Pinnacle Career Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Kansas City, MO. It offers 6 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 (7/1/1971 - 10/3/2011).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Pinnacle Career Institute is and the 2024 tuition and fees is $17,598. ). The length of the program is 45 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Pinnacle Career Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $23,464 | - | 60 Hours | 10 Months | $14,851 |
| 3 | Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology | $23,464 | - | 60 Hours | 10 Months | $22,533 |
| 4 | Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology | $41,062 | - | 96 Hours | 18 Months | $22,533 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 344 students attended Pinnacle Career Institute in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 8 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 10 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 58 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Pinnacle Career Institute is 94% and the retention rate is 69% at the school.
| Student Population | 344 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 94% |
| Number of Faculty | 18 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 26 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Pinnacle Career Institute is $17,598
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
70% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,197 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $17,598 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,680 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $15,788 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,197 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Pinnacle Career Institute offers 5 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, 296 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 4 | 4 | 282 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 296 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Pinnacle Career Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 296 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 14 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 282 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✔ | 14 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 14 |
| Total | 14 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✔ (0 completers) | 233 completers |
| Telecommunications Technology/Technician | ✕ | 70 |
| Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology | ✕ | 163 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✔ (0 completers) | 22 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 22 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✔ | 27 completers |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 27 |
| Total | 282 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 344 students have enrolled into Pinnacle Career Institute. By gender, 322 male and 22 female students are attending the school.
There are 190 White (55.23%), 65 Black/African American (18.90%), 51 Hispanic (14.83%), 8 Asian (2.33%), and 81 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 344 | 322 | 22 |
| American Indian/Native American | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Asian | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 65 | 62 | 3 |
| Hispanic | 51 | 46 | 5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 190 | 178 | 12 |
| Two More | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 11500 N.W. Ambassador, Suite 221, Kansas City, MO
- 816-331-5700
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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