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Lake Washington Technical College, also referred to as LWTC, was established in the year 1949. Its main campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, United States. There is also a branch campus in Redmond. Lake Washington Technical College enrolls more than 4,000 students on an annual basis. The college offers its students degrees and certificate programs in various areas of study including accounting, dental hygiene, electronics, and information technology.
Students of Lake Washington Technical College have access to a large number of clubs and organizations that are all available on campus. One can choose from societies such as Phi Theta Kappa, Dental Hygiene Club, Associated Student Government, ADDA Student Club, and Social and Human Services Club.
Lake Washington Technical College is located in a large suburb, in Kirkland, WA. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Lake Washington Technical College top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study landscaping and horticulture, nursing and emergency medicine, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Lake Washington Technical College maintains an open-admission policy.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Lake Washington Technical College offers classes to 3,996 students (2,638 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To prepare students for today's careers & tomorrow's opportunities."
More complete details are provided below.
Lake Washington Technical College
11605 132nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-8506
General Phone: (425) 739-8100
http://www.lwtc.ctc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 138 | registered nursing, nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, EMT ambulance attendant |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 93 | computer networking, computer graphics, web design, computer security, computer programming |
| Medical Support and Technology | 75 | dental hygienist, dental assistant, medical assistant, phlebotomy |
| Mechanics and Repair | 50 | automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics, motorcycle mechanic, diesel mechanics, autobody repair |
| Office and Administration | 49 | data entry, administrative assistant, general office occupations, business support services |
| Engineering Technician | 47 | architectural drafting, mechanical drafting, CAD and design, electronics tech, civil drafting |
| Business and Management | 42 | accounting technology, human resources, small business operations |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 35 | sports and fitness management |
| Production Trades | 21 | welding, machinist |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 20 | applied horticulture, floristry |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 15 | cosmetology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 13 | mental and social health services |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 9 | chef training, pastry |
| Law | 6 | legal secretary |
| Media | 6 | animation and special effects |
| Medical Administration | 6 | medical transcription |
| Education and Teaching | 4 | early childhood education |
| Hospitality | 2 | hotel management |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 1 | chemical tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Lake Washington Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 322 | 33 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 168 | 25 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 142 | 17 |
In 2007-2008, Lake Washington Technical College had a total enrollment of 3,996 students (2,638 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 10% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Kirkland, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,784 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,784 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,182 |
Financial Aid:
Lake Washington Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 537300)
Lake Washington Technical College has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 32 | $54,169 | 33 | $54,225 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $54,169 | 33 | $54,225 |
*: 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
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Floriculture/Floristry Operations and Management
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lake Washington Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in landscaping and horticulture (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses 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 Tenure system for quality teaching
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