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Academy Of Careers And Technology

Overview of Academy Of Careers And Technology

Students attend Academy Of Careers And Technology in Beckley, WV, a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Academy Of Careers And Technology degrees go up to the Certificate.

Areas of Study

The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Academy Of Careers And Technology is known for its programs in computer science and engineering.

Academy Of Careers And Technology Selectivity

Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.

Student Body

There are 200 students at the school (as of 2007). A large number of students at Academy Of Careers And Technology are 40 years old or older.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"THE MISSIO OF THE ACADEMY OF CAREERS AND TECHNOLOGY IS TO EMPOWER ITS STUDENTS WITH THE TECHNICAN AND ACADEMIC SKILLS NECESSARY TO BE COMPETITIVE, PRODUCTIVE, MEMBERS OF THE WORK FORCE READY TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF THE 21ST CENTURY."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Academy Of Careers And Technology

Academy Of Careers And Technology
390 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
General Phone: (304) 256-4615
http://wvact.net

Academy Of Careers And Technology Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Medical Support And Technology60medical lab assistant, medical assistant, pharmacy tech, dental assistant
Nursing And Emergency Medicine39licensed practical nurse
Computer Science And Engineering28computer and info science
Construction Trades14electrician, masonry, construction trades
Mechanics And Repair8HVAC, diesel mechanics, automobile mechanics
Production Trades7welding
Engineering Technician2drafting
Media1printing equipment operation

Number of programs and degrees for Academy Of Careers And Technology in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years8312
Award of less than 1 academic year765

Student Body

In 2007, Academy Of Careers And Technology had a total enrollment of 200 students (94 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White88%
Black9%
Hispanic0%
Asian1%
Unknown1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 182%
18-1918%
20-2114%
22-2417%
25-2914%
30-347%
35-398%
40-4914%
50-646%

Academy Of Careers And Technology Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time67 %
Part-Time71 %

Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)

ItemPercent
Graduating79%

Academy Of Careers And Technology Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Beckley, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Academy Of Careers And Technology Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Financial Aid:
Academy Of Careers And Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1290500)

Academy Of Careers And Technology Degree Programs (2007)

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General

CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, Other
Electrician
Mason/Masonry

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician

MEDIA
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder

Academy Of Careers And Technology Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Academy Of Careers And Technology Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in computer science and engineering
(vs. all colleges)
Top 9%Academy Of Careers And Technology % of degrees in computer science and engineering
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%Academy Of Careers And Technology % students 40 years or older
Number of degree programs
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 17%Academy Of Careers And Technology Number of degree programs
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study

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