Fort Smith, AR is home to Askins. Fort Smith is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Askins go up to the Certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in engineering technician.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 35 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Askins are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"We believe education is an investment in ones future. As leaders in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry, Askins Vo Tech believes the integrity of the profession rest in the quality of its practitioners. We strive to educate our students to exude a positive attitude towards life, the profession and themselves. Our goals are to assist them in becoming successful in life, and obtain marketable skills in the refrigeration and air conditioning profession."
More complete details are provided below.
Askins Vo Tech
7716 Hwy 271 S
Fort Smith, AR 72908
General Phone: (479) 646-4803
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technician | 31 | HVAC tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Askins in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 31 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Askins had a total enrollment of 35 students (32 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 4% |
| Asian | 12% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 26% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 37% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Smith, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Askins participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3127200)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Askins Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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