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Fayetteville Technical Community College is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina (a medium-sized city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Fayetteville Technical Community College is the Associate's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Fayetteville Technical Community College is known for its programs in education and teaching and computer science and engineering.
The school is an open-admission school. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Fayetteville Technical Community College had 9,950 enrolled students in 2005. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The purpose of Fayetteville Technical Community College is to provide low cost vocational/technical,general education, college transfer, and continuing education programs which meet the needs and desires of its students and community. To improve the educational base of society, FTCC encourages lifelong learrning and strives to prepare students for further educational experiences. FTCC identifies the educational needs of applicants and assists students in satisfying these needs at a minimal expense. Each adult who applies will be admitted to a program appropriate to his or her abilities and interests. The College is in partnership with the public school system through Tech Prep and other programs. Further, agreements with four-year colleges and universities support the educational continuum from high school through the baccalaureate degree. Curricular programs reflect the changing technical, commercial, industrial, and health needs of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and surrounding areas. Various curricula offer certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. As a learning-centered College, FTCC offers courses and programs at times and places convenient to prospective students. Courses are also available for high school graduates who need additional academic preparation before attempting college work. FTCC provides instruction in the basic life skills needed to contribute effectively to society. Continuing Education programs are designed to meet specific needs in basic educational competencies, high school completion, upgrading occupational skillks, and other avocational or practical skills required for the rapidly changing technological advances in the community."
More complete details are provided below.
Fayetteville Technical Community College
2201 Hull Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28303-0236
General Phone: (910) 678-8400
Admissions Phone: (910) 678-8274
Financial Aid Phone: (910) 678-8448
http://www.faytechcc.edu
Fayetteville Technical Community College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 283 | liberal arts and humanities, liberal arts and sciences, general studies, language translation |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 224 | network management, computer networking, information technology, information science, computer programming, computer and media applications, computer security |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 163 | clinical and medical lab science, dental assistant, dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, surgical tech, radiation therapist, speech pathology, pharmacy tech |
| Education And Teaching | 159 | early childhood education, special ed, elementary school teaching |
| Business And Management | 133 | business management, human resources, banking, accounting technology, marketing, operations management, business administration, electronic commerce |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 88 | criminal justice and police |
| Funeral And Mortuary Science | 87 | funeral and mortuary |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 86 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Adminstration | 53 | medical office management, medical records tech |
| Mechanics And Repair | 36 | HVAC, automobile mechanics, electrical maintenance and repair, autobody repair |
| Engineering Technician | 34 | electronics tech, architectural engineering tech, surveying tech, mechanical engineering tech, civil engineering tech |
| Construction Trades | 25 | carpentry, plumbing, electrician, building inspection and management |
| Production Trades | 21 | welding, cabinetmaking, machine shop assistant |
| Law | 15 | legal assistant |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 13 | commercial art |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 12 | chef training |
| Therapy And Counseling | 11 | physical therapist assistant |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 8 | cosmetology |
| Office And Administration | 8 | office management |
| Hospitality | 6 | hotel management |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 4 | biology tech |
| Landscaping And Horticulture | 4 | applied horticulture |
| Family And Social Work | 3 | public administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Fayetteville Technical Community College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 901 | 50 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 383 | 18 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 192 | 16 |
In 2005, Fayetteville Technical Community College had a total enrollment of 9,950 students (5,365 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 44% |
| Black | 40% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Other Races | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 79% |
| Florida | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 49 % |
| Part-Time | 17 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fayetteville, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (910) 678-8274
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,324 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,084 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid:
Fayetteville Technical Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 764000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (910) 678-8448
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 140 | 162 |
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 | academic year | 140 | $39,360 | 162 | $38,288 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 140 | $39,360 | 162 | $38,288 |
*: 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 and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Language Interpretation and Translation
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fayetteville Technical Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in funeral and mortuary science (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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