Starkey International Enrollment

Potential student applicants are encouraged to visit the Starkey International Institute at the Starkey Mansion and meet with the Admissions Director, Education Director, and Placement Team, as well as visit a class in session. During on-site interviews, the applicant is provided a mansion tour and is invited to talk with current students and graduates.

Potential students are encouraged to apply to the Starkey International Institute well in advance of class start date to secure a place. Private Service is a world recognized career path and classes fill up quickly due to limited size. Waiting lists are maintained for future classes. Note: On-site housing at the Starkey Mansion is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A non-refundable fee for Mansion housing is required. (See Tuition, Housing & Fees Schedule).

All applicants must complete the following:

1. An on-site or telephone interview with the Institute’s Admissions department.
2. An on-site or telephone interview with the Placement Department when applicable.
3. Applicants must complete an Admissions Package. Upon acceptance into the program, a Student Expectations and Guidelines Handbook will be sent which provides the Starkey Vision and Code of Ethics, Personal Image of the Private Service Manager, general procedures, confidentiality agreements and leisure time activity locations, student counseling, grading, airport services, banking and other information pertinent to attending the Institute.

The Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin. For further information, please call our Admissions Office at 1-877-STARKEY (782-7539).

Financial Planning and Assistance

When planning for education, a student’s key concerns are the timing, placement opportunities, and overall cost of the program. We strive to keep the program as affordable as possible, while providing the best Private Service education available anywhere. All financial questions can be discussed in detail with our Admissions Director.

Payment of Tuition

We will make every effort to support you in obtaining the necessary funds to receive training for your career choice in Private Service Management. Each student should plan to put away at least three months’ living allowance to accommodate eight-week programs and at least two month’s allowance to accommodate four-week programs. Full curriculum tuition and Starkey residential on-site housing costs are due and payable 21 business days prior to the start date. When students reserve a place to live onsite at the Starkey Mansion, the fee for this housing is not refundable. Refund Policy for tuition is state-regulated and listed later in this catalog.

There are three basic ways a student may pay for their educational expenses:

• Self-Sponsored Tuition
  Students may pay their own tuition or in cooperation with lending or credit institutions. Financial Aid is available for students for Starkey training through a private lender. Please contact the Admissions Department for private lender information. Starkey International is a SLM Corporation approved Institution.
• Employer-Sponsored Tuition
  Students currently employed in Private Service may have their tuition paid in full by their employer. In this case, Starkey International coordinates with the employer to pay special attention to a given expertise or technical skill within the curriculum.
• Employer Tuition Reimbursement
  Some students may be eligible for employer tuition reimbursement benefits. Students should contact their work supervisor or human resources department to determine whether tuition reimbursement is available. Tuition reimbursement does not eliminate students’ responsibility to pay tuition before the start of each term.

Government Programs: Grants/Scholarships

Students may be eligible for financial assistance through Unemployment Benefits or Vocational Rehabilitation. Students also be eligible for funding under the GI Bill through the Veterans’ Affairs Program. The Colorado State Approving Agency approves Starkey for Veterans Education and Training.

Housing, Food,Transportation, and Attire

Housing considerations are made separately from enrollment decisions. The Denver-based Starkey Mansion is a 1901 Historic Georgian residence. Spacious bedrooms occupy the second floor of the Mansion and have built-in closets and well-appointed baths. These beautiful suites are available to ten live-in students on a first-come, first-served basis. For off-site housing please contact the Admissions Department for suggestions. Students interested in living at the Mansion should reserve space by remitting a non-refundable deposit well in advance of expected class start date. As a part of the
educational experience, all students are expected to participate in the preparation of meals and the care of the house on a rotating schedule.

Each student will purchase his or her own personal care items. Laundry facilities and some amenities are provided for those students residing in the Mansion. Transportation is not provided but typically is shared by students for off-property activities. The Mansion is located on a bus route and is a five-minute walk to shopping, movies, the performing arts center, and many restaurants. Specific in-class clothing and attire is required. Upon acceptance, you will be advised of the expected dress code. Contact the Institute’s Admissions Department for details.

Safety

The Starkey Mansion is located in the center of Denver, Colorado, just one block from Colorado’s State Capitol building. Architecturally the Mansion is very secure, which is enhanced by our security alarm system. Individual keys are provided to each student. Security codes and procedures will be discussed with the students upon arrival at the Institute. Safe working practices are stressed from the first day of school and throughout the entire program. First aid kits, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguishers, and hardwired smoke detector alarms are located throughout the Mansion. Exits and evacuation procedures are discussed on the first day of class and are posted in the Mansion. The Mansion is a non-smoking environment.

Counseling

Students are encouraged to talk with the Director of Education or other members of the educational staff about any concerns while at the Institute. Starkey is committed to our students, and to their success. Our staff will listen and work to help you resolve any challenges that may be interfering with your training.