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Pinnacle Career Institute

11500 N.W. Ambassador, Suite 221
Kansas City, MO 64153

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Pinnacle Career Institute is the right choice for practical career training in today's dynamic job market. We are more than 60 years strong in helping qualified students define success in their chosen field. We offer relevant career training in the medical, health & fitness, trades & technical, and alternative energy industries. Our instructors bring real world experience to the classroom to help you gain the skills that today's employers demand.

School Highlights

Pinnacle Career Institute serves 390 students (100% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.

Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 88%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 390 students
Private-state tuition: $14,048
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Pinnacle Career Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Pinnacle Career Institute

(MO) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Private for-profit

Public

Total Faculty

47 staff

139 staff

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Number of Programs Offered

Student Body

The student population of Pinnacle Career Institute has grown by 9% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.

The Pinnacle Career Institute diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.

Total Enrollment

390 students

1,606 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

13:1

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# Full-Time Students

390 students

638 students

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# Part-Time Students

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968 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

621 students

213 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

390 students

638 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

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10 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

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497 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

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15 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

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200 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

16%

% Hispanic

% Black

19%

% White

12%

% Hawaiian

56%

50%

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% Two or more races

% Unknown races

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19%

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0.62

0.69

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.3976%

0.4251%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

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0.6667%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$34,500

$30,900

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $14,048 is less than the state average of $16,263. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

Private State Tuition Fees

$14,048

$16,263

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

74%

91%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$10,243

$10,500

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$4,399

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

76%

92%

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Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

Pinnacle Career Institute has been delivering quality educational programs since 1953 when it first opened its doors as Electronics Institute, a technical college in Missouri. Mr. Jeffrey C. Freeman and Scott F. Freeman purchased the school on June 2, 1992, and began the process of diversifying the programs available on the campus. With the addition of programs in Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Business Office Administrator and Medical Office Assistant, the school changed its name in September 2002 to more accurately reflect the diverse educational programs - Pinnacle Career Institute. As a vocational school, Pinnacle Career Institute has been adapting to the times and the needs of our students. To this end, we began offering Associate degrees in 1987 to better assist students in reaching their career goals. We offer two convenient campus locations (including one of the premier training colleges in Kansas City, MO and one of the best colleges in Lawrence, KS) and a unique online experience. Pinnacle Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at,http://www.pcitraining.edu/consumerinfo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pinnacle Career Institute cost?

Pinnacle Career Institute's private state tuition is approximately $14,048.

What schools are Pinnacle Career Institute often compared to?

Pinnacle Career Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Vatterott College-Kansas City by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Pinnacle Career Institute?

The acceptance rate of Pinnacle Career Institute is 76%, which is lower than the state average of 92%.

What is Pinnacle Career Institute's ranking?

Pinnacle Career Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Diversity in US community colleges.

In what neighborhood is Pinnacle Career Institute located?

Pinnacle Career Institute is located in the Fairlane neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 390 students
Private-state tuition: $14,048
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Missouri public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,825 per year for in-state students and $5,579 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,263 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Missouri is 79%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Missouri community colleges have a of 0.69, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Missouri is Concorde Career College-Kansas City. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.