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Community and Technical College at West Virginia University Institute of Technology was originally established in 1966 as the community college component of West Virginia Institute of Technology, or WVU Tech. On May 19, 2009, the college became an independent institution, and was renamed Bridgemont Community and Technical College. Often referred to as CTC, the college shares a 200-acre campus with WVU Tech in Montgomery, West Virginia.
Bridgemont Community and Technical College grants associate's degrees in science, and applied science. A number of certificate programs are also available in culinary arts, pre-engineering, press technology, digital imaging technology, and telecommunications technology. In addition, CTC offers several basic and advanced skill sets training programs, as well as non-credit workforce development courses.
Bridgemont Community and Technical College provides a variety of support services such as laboratory-based learning, clinical and customized training, and internships. Financial assistance is available to all part-time and full-time students in the form of grants, loans, and scholarships. The college also provides assistance with job placement.
The campus of CTC is in Montgomery, WV, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at CTC include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, business and management, office and administration, and engineering technician.
Its open admissions system makes CTC an attractive choice for many applicants.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, CTC had 760 students enrolled (648 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. CTC offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Community And Technical College At West Virginia University Institute Of Technology
405 Fayette Pike
Montgomery, WV 25136
General Phone: (304) 442-3071
http://www.wvutech.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 43 | respiratory care tech, dental hygienist, surgical tech |
| Engineering Technician | 30 | electronics tech, civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering related tech, drafting, computer systems tech, automotive tech |
| Liberal Arts | 21 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Office and Administration | 18 | administrative assistant |
| Media | 12 | printing press operation |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 | computer science |
| Business and Management | 2 | business, MIS |
Number of programs and degrees for CTC in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 108 | 14 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 20 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, CTC had a total enrollment of 760 students (648 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 90% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Delaware | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 43 % |
| Part-Time | 24 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Montgomery, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,410 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,772 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
CTC participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 4047300)
CTC has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 1 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 11 |
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 | academic year | 7 | $63,010 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $53,986 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $36,321 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 7 | $33,553 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $55,857 | 13 | $39,054 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets CTC Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study Tenure system for quality teaching
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