High Desert Medical College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Lancaster, CA
(661) 940-9300
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 147 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for High Desert Medical College?

Total Enrollment

2,280

Graduation Rate

67.7%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,004

Last reported year

Average Net Price

$29,256

After financial aid

How High Desert Medical College Compares

2,280 students at High Desert Medical College represents a fairly typical trade-college profile. A 80% retention rate rounds out a balanced picture โ€” solid foundations, but a school where standout features are more likely to live in specific programs than in school-wide averages.

Where is High Desert Medical College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at High Desert Medical College

235 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.0801
153 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.0910
117 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 01.8301
102 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.0601
83 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for High Desert Medical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Clinical Medical Assisting program at High Desert Medical College, 36% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 68% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Clinical Medical Assisting68%36%70%โ€”
Dental Assisting67%46%92%โ€”
Clinical Medical Assisting (Hybrid-IDL)75%65%63%โ€”
Pharmacy Technician69%21%60%$18
Veterinary Assistant Hybrid ( Hybrid-IDL)80%65%โ€”โ€”

All 9 verified program outcomes for High Desert Medical College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore High Desert Medical College

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Enrollment

High Desert Medical College enrolls 2,280 students. The student body is 90.7% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 80% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

High Desert Medical College maintains a 30:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing favorable opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 80% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.

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Faculty & Staff

High Desert Medical College employs 60 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 30:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides good opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. The faculty brings diverse perspectives and expertise to create an inclusive learning environment.

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Programs

High Desert Medical College offers programs in 2 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Medical/Clinical Assistant, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, and Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant. In 2025, the college awarded 1,004 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

After financial aid, the average net price is $29,256. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

High Desert Medical College achieves a 71.2% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 64% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE FOR PROFIT 2 YEAR
Control PRIVATE FOR PROFIT
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
701 West Avenue K suite 123
Lancaster, CA, 93534
Administrator
LeeAnn Rohmann
President/CEO

Cost Information

Average Net Price $29,256

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 04228100
EIN: 271254797
IPEDS ID: 484002
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