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Florida Keys Community College, also referred to as FKCC, was established in the fall of 1965. This community college is located in Key West, Florida. The main campus is in Stock Island, while classes are also offered in centers in Key Largo, and Marathon, Florida.
Florida Keys Community College awards associate’s degrees in arts, applied science, and science, along with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in science and management. In addition, there are several certificate programs of study. FKCC is well known for its programs in ceramics, marine technology, and diving business. It operates the School of Diving and Underwater Technology through which degrees in diving are offered.
Students of FKCC can avail financial assistance to complete their education. A number of federal, state, institutional, and private loans and grants are provided. Additionally, the college supports various clubs and organizations such as the Cyber League Computer Club, Sigma Alpha Pi, Mud Pi's Ceramics Club, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, Scuba Club, Literary Club, and Swim Club.
Key West, FL is home to Florida Keys Community College. Key West is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Florida Keys Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine and security and law enforcement.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Florida Keys Community College has 1,012 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"FKCC is an open-access educational institution that innovatively serves the intellectual, cultural, and occupational needs of the community and beyond. The college provides a student-focused environment that encourages critical thinking, educational excellence, social awareness and personal achievement. Through innovative and effective teaching, providing support services and articulation with community partners, FKCC prepares students for success in an ever-changing world."
More complete details are provided below.
Florida Keys Community College
5901 College Rd
Key West, FL 33040
General Phone: (305) 296-9081
http://www.fkcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 89 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 89 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 54 | criminal justice and police, corrections, criminal justice and administration |
| Business and Management | 15 | MIS, business management, entrepreneurship |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 10 | systems analyst, computer applications programming |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | mechanical engineering related tech |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | fisheries sciences |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 2 | parks and recreation management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 1 | mental health services tech |
| Law | 0 | legal assistant |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 0 | commercial art |
Number of programs and degrees for Florida Keys Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 162 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 80 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 23 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Florida Keys Community College had a total enrollment of 1,012 students (752 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Key West, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,458 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,734 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,743 |
Financial Aid:
Florida Keys Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 148500)
Florida Keys Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 3 |
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | 5 | $57,324 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $51,126 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 8 | $54,232 | 9 | $51,188 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Florida Keys Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment 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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