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Serving both Forsyth and Stokes counties, Forsyth Technical Community College is a 2-year public community college in North Carolina. FTCC is one of the largest colleges in the North Carolina Community College System.
In addition to a main campus, the college comprises an auxiliary west campus along with 6 other locations. Forsyth Tech also holds distance learning classes.
Forsyth Tech offers more than 175 programs of study leading to associates degrees, certificates or diplomas in a wide variety of fields. FTCC’s Curriculum Programs include Associate in Applied Science Degrees, College Transfer Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates and Programs that are available entirely on-line.
Student publications include the ‘Student Academic Planner’ and the student newsletter ‘Technically Speaking.'
Forsyth Tech offers a number of extracurricular opportunities. Intramural teams participate in coed volleyball and basketball. Students are also offered sports such as golf tournaments, bowling leagues and ice skating opportunities.
Forsyth Technical Community College is located in a medium-sized city, in Winston Salem, NC. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Forsyth Technical Community College top out at the Associate's degree.
One of the good things about the school is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at Forsyth Technical Community College often study education and teaching and science and laboratory technician.
The school maintains an open-admission policy.
Forsyth Technical Community College offers classes to 7,276 students (6,133 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Forsyth Technical Community College
2100 Silas Creek Pky
Winston Salem, NC 27103-5197
General Phone: (336) 723-0371
http://www1.forsythtech.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 126 | health diagnostic professions, radiographer, medical assistant, dental assistant, dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiation therapist, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 121 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 105 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Mechanics and Repair | 96 | autobody repair, HVAC, automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, vehicle maintenance |
| Business and Management | 89 | business management, accounting, logistics, international business, electronic commerce |
| Education and Teaching | 82 | early childhood education |
| Medical Administration | 61 | medical office management, medical transcription, medical records tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 54 | criminal justice and safety, forensic science, fire protection tech |
| Engineering Technician | 48 | architectural engineering tech, computer engineering tech, electronics tech, electromechanical instrument tech, computer hardware tech, mechanical engineering tech |
| Production Trades | 41 | machine shop assistant, welding |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 39 | information technology, computer and info science, computer networking, computer applications programming, information science |
| Law | 33 | legal assistant |
| Medicine | 31 | health professions |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 23 | biology tech |
| Construction Trades | 22 | plumbing, electrician, carpentry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 15 | massage therapy |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 12 | applied horticulture |
| Office and Administration | 10 | office management |
| Design | 10 | graphic design, interior design |
| Science | 1 | biophysics |
| Media | 0 | animation and special effects |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 0 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for Forsyth Technical Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 621 | 47 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 255 | 32 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 143 | 23 |
In 2007-2008, Forsyth Technical Community College had a total enrollment of 7,276 students (6,133 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 28% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 54 % |
| Part-Time | 29 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Winston-Salem, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,414 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,536 |
| Books and supplies | $ 904 |
Financial Aid:
Forsyth Technical Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 531700)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 71 | 112 |
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 | academic year | 71 | $44,797 | 112 | $43,828 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 71 | $44,797 | 112 | $43,828 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Hardware Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
MEDIA
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Office Management/Administration
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
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
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Forsyth Technical Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in law (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in science and laboratory technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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