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The main campus of Laredo Community College is in Laredo, Texas (a medium-sized city). The school is a public school. Laredo Community College offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to liberal arts.
Laredo Community College admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, Laredo Community College had 8,298 enrolled students. The school has a larger minority student population than most schools.
Laredo Community College makes available a lot of student housing.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Laredo Community College is a comprehensive community college committed to providing educational services that meet the needs of the community, its citizens, and its service area. As a border community college, we are prepared for changes-both national and international-in the technological, industrial, and educational environment. Our philosophy is that education enhances the individual's opportunity for full participation in society. Therefore, we strive to ensure that all citizens have the opportunity to educate themselves to the full extent of their abilities and needs. Consequently, we are committed to an open-door policy which ensures opportunities for all types of students. LCC seeks to implement its educational philosophy by offering occupational programs, transfer curricula, adult and continuing education, developmental education, student development services, and community services."
More complete details are provided below.
Laredo Community College
W End Washington St
Laredo, TX 78040-4395
General Phone: (956) 721-5394
Admissions Phone: (956) 721-5105
Financial Aid Phone: (956) 721-5359
http://laredo.edu
Laredo Community College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 546 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 87 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Business And Management | 75 | accounting technology, international marketing, banking, marketing |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 66 | system administration, computer programming, computer services management |
| Mechanics And Repair | 57 | computer repair, automobile mechanics, autobody repair, HVAC, electrical installation and repair |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 51 | criminal justice and safety, fire protection tech |
| Family And Social Work | 41 | child development, child care provider, child care management |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 28 | radiographyer, medical assistant, medical lab tech, radiation therapist |
| Construction Trades | 17 | electrician |
| Engineering Technician | 17 | HVAC tech, drafting |
| Therapy And Counseling | 11 | physical therapist assistant |
| Production Trades | 11 | welding |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 9 | real estate |
| Office And Administration | 3 | administrative assistant |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 0 | occupational therapist assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Laredo Community College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 794 | 24 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 181 | 20 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 44 | 4 |
In 2005, Laredo Community College had a total enrollment of 8,298 students (4,912 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 2% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 94% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 50% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 96% |
| Foreign countries | 4% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
Laredo Community College offers campus housing for 158 of its 4,912 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Laredo, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (956) 721-5105
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,076 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,844 |
| Room and board | $ 4,080 |
| Room charge | $ 2,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,250 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,215 |
Financial Aid:
Laredo Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 358200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (956) 721-5359
Laredo Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 64 | 46 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 40 | 32 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 20 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 15 | $55,304 | 7 | $57,347 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 15 | $55,304 | 7 | $57,347 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 109 | $48,772 | 74 | $46,921 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 109 | $48,772 | 74 | $46,921 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 19 | 15 | 34 |
| Baseball | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 7 | 15 | 22 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Banking and Financial Support Services
International Marketing
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
System Administration/Administrator
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Laredo Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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