In 2003, Vatterott Education Centers Inc. was established as the parent company of Vatterott College, Vatterott Education Center of Dallas, L'Ecole Culinaire and The Court Reporting Institutes. Each of these institutions takes pride in keeping up with the Vatterott tradition of providing quality education in high-demand fields and continues to grow by offering additional diploma and degree programs and launching new locations.

Programs at Vatterott campuses include fields in Business, Medical, Technical, Trades, Court Reporting and Culinary. All programs are industry-relevant and designed to support the Vatterott mission of providing career skills for a better life for graduates.

Career Services:

Job Search Coaching & Guidance - We help students develop and use effective job search strategies specific to their field.

Resume Review - The first step in getting noticed by an employer is to have a professional looking resume. We work with students on their resumes helping them stress their technical skills and experience that employers seek.

Mock Interviewing -To prepare for that all-important interview, our Career Services Assistance team can help our students avoid common interviewing mistakes and hone their communication skills through the |mock interview process.

Resume Referral - Because we have over 30 years of experience, employers look to Vatterott to provide them with qualified applicants. As employers look to us for job candidates, we match our students' resumes with the employer's needs.

Campus Career Fairs - We bring employers to you. Vatterott campuses hold Career Fairs that bring together local employers with our students. These Career Fairs are a great way to find out what's going
on in the industry and network with organizations that may want to hire you.

Any student accepted for admission or currently enrolled at Vatterott Education Center may apply for financial aid. Upon completion of all necessary forms, the Financial Aid Office will determine the financial aid award and will finalize the tuition payment plan. Financial aid is available only to those who qualify. All students, regardless of payment options or funding sources, are ultimately responsible for their tuition, fees, taxes, books, and any other costs associated with their education. Receiving financial aid means you are making a commitment to repay loans regardless of whether or not you complete your chosen program.

Company tuition reimbursement may be applied at Vatterott Education Center as it is approved by several employers. It is recommended that you check with the Human Resources office of your particular employer for reimbursement policies.

The Federal Pell Grant Program - The Federal Pell Grant program provides grants to students for each undergraduate year. The amount of the grant is based upon the financial assets of the student and/or the student's parents. Amount of awards may vary from year to year.

The SEOG Program - The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) program is a pool of limited funds that provides assistance to students with exceptional need.

The Federal Stafford Student Loan - The Federal Stafford Student Loan enables one to borrow directly from a bank, credit union, savings and loan association, or directly from the U.S. Department of Education. The loan is insured by the Federal Government. Repayment is a minimum of $50.00 per month, starting six months after graduation. The interest on these loans is below market rate, and determined by the Federal Government. There are both subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The government pays the interest on subsidized loans while the student is in school.

Federal Plus Loans - Federal Plus Loans are for parents who want to borrow to help pay for their children's education. Plus loans provide the funds for educational expenses and are made by a lender such as a bank, credit union, savings and loan association, or the U.S. Department of Education.

Veteran's Educational Benefits - Veteran's Educational Benefits through the Veteran's Administration may pay monthly educational allowances to qualified students to help defray the cost of tuition and living expenses. For further information, contact the Veteran's Administration or the Admissions Office at Vatterott Education Center. Not all training programs are approved for veterans benefits. PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR TUITION PAYMENTS, NOT THE VETERAN'S ADMINISTRATION.

Government and State Sponsored Programs - Government sponsored programs such as Vocational Rehabilitation, Job's Training Partnership Act, The Older American Act, the Trade Readjustment Act, and the Indian Education Bureau are accepted at Vatterott Education Center.

Vatterott Education Center is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.