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Franklin Technology is located in a small city, in Joplin, Missouri. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Franklin Technology top out at the Certificate.
Students at the school often study production trades.
Franklin Technology maintains an open-admission policy. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 184 students (184 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Franklin Technology Center's mission is to provide Adult students with the opportunity to gain the technical skills and knowledge consistent with the needs of the local community and employers competing in a global market."
More complete details are provided below.
Franklin Technology - MSSU
3950 E. Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801-1595
General Phone: (417) 659-4400
Admissions Phone: (417) 659-4400
Financial Aid Phone: (417) 659-4438
http://ftcjoplin.com
Franklin Technology awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 54 | medical assistant, respiratory care tech, surgical tech |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 31 | licensed practical nurse |
| Engineering Technician | 20 | computer systems tech |
| Production Trades | 15 | welding, machinist |
| Mechanics And Repair | 15 | HVAC, autobody repair, automobile mechanics, electrical installation and repair |
| Office And Administration | 14 | general office occupations |
| Medical Adminstration | 10 | medical records tech |
| Media | 0 | printing equipment operation |
Number of programs and degrees for Franklin Technology in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 159 | 14 |
In 2005, Franklin Technology had a total enrollment of 184 students (184 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Other Races | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 61% |
| Kansas | 16% |
| Oklahoma | 6% |
| State unknown | 5% |
| Arkansas | 4% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| North Dakota | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 95% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Joplin, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (417) 659-4400
Financial Aid:
Franklin Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2124500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (417) 659-4438
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Franklin Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 6% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (for open-admission colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career placement services Offers remedial adult education Tenure system for quality teaching
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