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Bowling Green Technical College, also referred to as BGTC, is situated in Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. It was founded in the year 1939 and formerly known as the Western Trade School. This college is among the 16 colleges under the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). BGTC offers degree and certificate programs in diverse fields of study including surgical technology, information technology, industrial maintenance, air conditioning, and radiography. The college also offers adult education programs. The college's other four campuses are:
BGTC has several student clubs and organizations including Phi Beta Lambda, Student Government Association, SkillsUSA, and Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA).
Bowling Green is in Bowling Green, KY. Bowling Green is a small city. The school is a public institution. Bowling Green issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include office and administration, computer science and engineering, engineering technician, cooking and culinary arts, and mechanics and repair.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 4,953 students study at Bowling Green (in 2007-2008). Many of the students at the school are in their forties, or even older. Bowling Green is essentially a male school.
More complete details are provided below.
Bowling Green Technical College
1845 Loop Dr
Bowling Green, KY 42101-3601
General Phone: (270) 901-1000
http://www.bowlinggreen.kctcs.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technician | 309 | engineering technology, drafting, electromechanical instrument tech, computer systems tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 248 | licensed practical nurse |
| Office and Administration | 161 | executive secretary |
| Mechanics and Repair | 139 | automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics, autobody repair, HVAC |
| Medical Administration | 117 | medical secretary, health unit coordinator |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 114 | computer and info science |
| Production Trades | 65 | welding, machine shop assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 59 | interdisciplinary studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 58 | radiation therapist, respiratory care tech, surgical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 25 | chef training |
| Construction Trades | 14 | electrician |
| Media | 1 | communications tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Bowling Green in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 950 | 19 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 207 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 153 | 9 |
In 2007-2008, Bowling Green had a total enrollment of 4,953 students (1,342 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 24% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 20% |
| 18-19 | 10% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 98% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
| Part-Time | 55 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bowling Green, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,904 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Bowling Green participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 527100)
Bowling Green has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 0 | 1 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 36 | 26 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $43,132 | 9 | $41,666 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $45,218 | 15 | $47,121 |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $49,250 | 3 | $46,744 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $45,168 | 4 | $38,678 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $37,088 | 3 | $40,450 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 27 | $43,850 | 12 | $45,002 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
Engineering Technology, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Communications Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bowling Green Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in cooking and culinary arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career 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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