La James International College-Johnston campus
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La James International College-Johnston

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 67%
On-time graduation rate 53%

Located in Johnston, Iowa, La James International College-Johnston is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of La James International College-Johnston is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

La James International College-Johnston is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, La James International College-Johnston emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 67% at La James International College-Johnston suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences
The most popular programs at La James International College-Johnston are Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage, Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 85 of freshman students at La James International College-Johnston received on average $6,115 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,115
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 21 64% $6,547 $137,492
Other Federal Grant 28 85% $5,516 $154,456
State Grant/Scholarships 14 42% $734 $10,275
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 18 55% $360 $6,487
Total Grant & Scholarships 28 85% $6,115 $171,218

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of La James International College-Johnston students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of La James International College-Johnston students is 53.3%.

53.3%

  • white 60.0% 6 students

Service Offerings

La James International College-Johnston provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

La James International College-Johnston offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)