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Bellingham Technical College, also referred to as Bellingham Tech or BTC, is located in Bellingham, Washington State, United States. It was established in 1957 as Bellingham Vocational Technical Institute. The college adopted its present name in September 1991. The college campus spreads across an area of more than 20 acres. BTC offers more than 30 associate degrees and approximately 57 certificate programs in diverse areas of study.
BTC also offers a number of scholarship programs including the BTC Foundation Scholarship and the Roadless Graveled Scholarship. Students can also opt for various private scholarships, which are available through the academic year.
BTC's Student Council helps students to develop their communication and leadership skills. It also organizes several educational, social, and cultural activities for students.
The campus of Bellingham Technical College is in Bellingham, WA, which is a small city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Bellingham Technical College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Bellingham Technical College is known for its programs in hospitality.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
Bellingham Technical College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, the school had 2,896 students enrolled (1,887 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Bellingham Technical College are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Bellingham Technical College delivers superior professional technical education for today's needs and tomorrow's opportunities."
More complete details are provided below.
Bellingham Technical College
3028 Lindbergh Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225-1599
General Phone: (360) 752-7000
http://www.btc.ctc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 238 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 147 | radiation therapist, dental assistant, veterinary assistant, medical coding, surgical tech |
| Mechanics and Repair | 61 | automobile mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance tech, diesel mechanics, HVAC, autobody repair, communications install and repair, appliance repair |
| Engineering Technician | 47 | instrumentation tech, civil engineering tech, manufacturing tech, mechanical engineering tech, surveying tech, mechanical drafting |
| Production Trades | 44 | welding, machinist, machine shop assistant |
| Construction Trades | 40 | electrician, building inspector, property management |
| Transportation | 39 | truck and bus driver |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 25 | pastry, chef training |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 25 | computer networking |
| Business and Management | 25 | accounting technology, human resources, business management, operations management |
| Hospitality | 12 | hospitality administration |
| Office and Administration | 9 | data entry, general office occupations, receptionist, executive secretary |
| Education and Teaching | 9 | early childhood education, teacher aide |
| Medical Administration | 7 | medical secretary, medical transcription |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 3 | fisheries sciences |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 2 | somatic bodywork and therapy, sports and fitness management |
| Law | 1 | legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Bellingham Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 320 | 22 |
| Associate's degree | 270 | 25 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 144 | 13 |
In 2007-2008, Bellingham Technical College had a total enrollment of 2,896 students (1,887 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 44% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 99% |
| Oregon | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 57 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bellingham, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,258 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,258 |
| Books and supplies | $ 945 |
Financial Aid:
Bellingham Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 499900)
Bellingham Technical College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 3 | $66,673 | 5 | $63,346 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $66,673 | 5 | $63,346 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 29 | $56,534 | 34 | $57,849 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $56,534 | 34 | $57,849 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Appliance Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services, Other
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
Receptionist
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bellingham Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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