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Fort Peck Community College is in Poplar, MT. Poplar is a quiet rural area. The school is a public institution. Fort Peck Community College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include office and administration, computer science and engineering, and mechanics and repair.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.
Approximately 422 students study at Fort Peck Community College (in 2007-2008). The school is particularly welcoming to minority students. Many of the students at Fort Peck Community College are in their forties, or even older.
More complete details are provided below.
Fort Peck Community College
605 Indian Street
Poplar, MT 59255-0398
General Phone: (406) 768-6300
http://www.fpcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 12 | general studies, Native American studies |
| Engineering Technician | 7 | computer systems tech, hazardous materials tech |
| Office and Administration | 7 | office data entry, general office occupations |
| Business and Management | 6 | business management, accounting technology, accounting |
| Construction Trades | 4 | building inspection and management |
| Family and Social Work | 4 | human services |
| Transportation | 3 | ground transportation |
| Education and Teaching | 2 | education, early childhood education |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 | computer programming, computer networking |
| Medicine | 2 | medical preparatory |
| Therapy and Counseling | 1 | psychology |
| Art Studies | 1 | art studies |
| Mechanics and Repair | 1 | automobile mechanics |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 1 | nursing assistant |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 0 | science tech |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | medical coding |
| Production Trades | 0 | machinist |
Number of programs and degrees for Fort Peck Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 38 | 23 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 15 | 14 |
Fort Peck Community College is a tribal college.
In 2007-2008, Fort Peck Community College had a total enrollment of 422 students (342 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 25% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 73% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 13% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 43 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Poplar, Montana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Montana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,940 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 1,940 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
Financial Aid:
Fort Peck Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2343000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 6 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 14 | $40,293 | 6 | $39,038 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $40,293 | 6 | $39,038 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
General Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fort Peck Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career 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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