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Columbus Technical College, also referred to as Columbus Tech, is located in Columbus, Georgia, United States. It was founded in the year 1961. It was started as a unit of the Muscogee County school District and was known as Columbus Area Vocational Technical School. Columbus Tech grants its students associate degrees and technical certificates in a range of study areas. Columbus Tech is organized into the following academic schools:
Columbus Tech hosts several student clubs and organizations on campus. Some of the popular organizations are the American Welding Society, Student Nurses’ Association, National Technical Honor Society, Phi Beta Lambda, and International Student Association.
Columbus, GA is home to Columbus Tech. Columbus is a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Columbus Tech go up to the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in business and management, office and administration, and production trades.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
Columbus Tech has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 3,604 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Columbus Tech are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Columbus Technical College is to foster economic growth and development and to enhance the quality of life for the citizens in its region.
More specifically the College will provide
Knowledge and skills that prepare students to enter the workforce. Knowledge and skills that allow working students to advance in their careers. Customized, workforce-oriented education and training that meet the needs of employers."
More complete details are provided below.
Columbus Technical College
928 Manchester Expy
Columbus, GA 31904-6572
General Phone: (706) 649-1800
http://www.columbustech.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 328 | insurance, accounting technology, operations management, call center operation, logistics, banking, business administration |
| Medical Support and Technology | 160 | surgical tech, medical coding, dental assistant, medical assistant, dental hygienist, phlebotomy, radiographer, pharmacy tech, ... |
| Mechanics and Repair | 137 | industrial mechanics, HVAC, automobile mechanics, autobody repair, appliance repair, computer repair, mechanic and repair |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 128 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, registered nursing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 108 | computer networking, data processing tech, web design |
| Medical Administration | 51 | medical office assistant, medical receptionist, medical office management |
| Office and Administration | 47 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Production Trades | 31 | welding, machine shop assistant, cabinetmaking |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 30 | cosmetology |
| Hospitality | 21 | hospitality management |
| Education and Teaching | 20 | early childhood education |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 15 | applied horticulture, landscaping |
| Construction Trades | 15 | carpentry |
| Engineering Technician | 15 | drafting, electronics tech |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | child care provider |
Number of programs and degrees for Columbus Tech in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 540 | 29 |
| Associate's degree | 272 | 23 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 207 | 18 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 92 | 6 |
In 2007-2008, Columbus Tech had a total enrollment of 3,604 students (2,910 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 43% |
| Black | 47% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 88% |
| Alabama | 12% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 47 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,552 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,104 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Columbus Tech participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 562400)
Columbus Tech has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 2 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 49 |
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 | 32 | $55,386 | 49 | $54,374 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 32 | $55,386 | 49 | $54,374 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
Insurance
Logistics and Materials Management
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Landscaping and Groundskeeping
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Appliance Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
Medical Office Management/Administration
Medical Reception/Receptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Columbus Tech Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Number of students (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 Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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