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Students attend Academy Of Careers And Technology in Beckley, West Virginia, 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.
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.
Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy.
Academy Of Careers And Technology has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 282 students at the school (as of 2005).
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.
Academy Of Careers And Technology
390 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
General Phone: (304) 256-4615
Admissions Phone: (304) 256-4615
http://wvact.net
Academy Of Careers And Technology awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 70 | computer and info science |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 66 | medical lab assistant, pharmacy tech, medical assistant, dental assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 43 | licensed practical nurse |
| Construction Trades | 17 | electrician, masonry, construction trades |
| Engineering Technician | 15 | drafting |
| Mechanics And Repair | 11 | HVAC, automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics |
| Production Trades | 10 | welding |
| Media | 2 | printing equipment operation |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | medical secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Academy Of Careers And Technology in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 131 | 6 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 103 | 12 |
In 2005, Academy Of Careers And Technology had a total enrollment of 282 students (131 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 7% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 66 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 90% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Beckley, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (304) 256-4615
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 has a tenure system for faculty.
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 ADMINSTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Academy Of Careers And Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study Tenure system for quality teaching
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