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Richmond, Virginia is home to Beta Tech. Richmond is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Beta Tech go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in law, computer science and engineering, and medical assistant and technician.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 306 enrolled students (as of 2005). Beta Tech has a large minority student population. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"*We help adult students gain the skills and attitudes necessary for a meaningful entry-level career position *We strive to be responsive to the needs of not only our students, but also area businesses, industries and governments *We are committed to high academic standards in all of our curricular offerings *We are dedicated to providing the services that support our students' efforts to succeed"
More complete details are provided below.
Beta Tech
7914 Midlothian Tpk
Richmond, VA 23235-5250
General Phone: (804) 330-0111
Admissions Phone: (804) 330-0111
Financial Aid Phone: (804) 330-0111
http://WWW.BETATECH.EDU
Beta Tech awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 63 | medical assistant |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 45 | system administration, computer services management |
| Law | 27 | legal assistant |
| Mechanics And Repair | 1 | electrical maintenance and repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Beta Tech in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 69 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 67 | 3 |
In 2005, Beta Tech had a total enrollment of 306 students (306 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 25% |
| Black | 71% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 99% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Richmond, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (804) 330-0111
Financial Aid:
Beta Tech participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3126400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (804) 330-0111
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $24,960 | 6 | $24,960 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $24,960 | 6 | $24,960 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
System Administration/Administrator
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Beta Tech Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career placement services On-campus library
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