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Laredo Community College was founded as Laredo Junior College on September 28, 1947 by the Laredo Independent School District. It was renamed “Laredo Community College” in 1993.
Laredo Community College comprises two campuses - the Main Campus and the South campus. The main campus, also known as Fort McIntosh Campus, is located at the west end of Washington Street in downtown Laredo. It houses more than 25 buildings. The South Campus is located at the South Zapata Highway.
The official mascot of LCC is Palominos. Some of the notable alumni of the college are Laredo businessman and LCC trustee, Carlos Carranco, Jr. and U.S. representative from District 28 Henry Cuellar.
The main campus of Laredo Community College is in Laredo, TX (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 computer science and engineering and 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 2007, Laredo Community College had 7,831 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
West End Washington St
Laredo, TX 78040-4395
General Phone: (956) 721-5394
http://laredo.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 390 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Mechanics And Repair | 86 | computer repair, diesel mechanics, automobile mechanics, autobody repair, HVAC, electrical installation and repair |
| Business And Management | 70 | international marketing, accounting technology, banking, marketing |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 69 | registered nursing, nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 61 | system administration, computer programming, computer services management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 49 | criminal justice and safety, fire protection tech |
| Family And Social Work | 29 | child development, child care provider, child care management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 25 | radiographer, medical lab tech, medical assistant, radiation therapist |
| Engineering Technician | 22 | HVAC tech, drafting |
| Office And Administration | 21 | administrative assistant, office data entry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 11 | physical therapist assistant |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 11 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Construction Trades | 10 | electrician |
| Production Trades | 4 | welding |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 2 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for Laredo Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 643 | 25 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 167 | 21 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 50 | 7 |
In 2007, Laredo Community College had a total enrollment of 7,831 students (4,610 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 2% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 94% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 95% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
| Part-Time | 65 % |
Laredo Community College offers campus housing for 158 of its 4,610 (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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,766 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,816 |
| Room and board | $ 4,374 |
| Room charge | $ 2,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,250 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,447 |
Financial Aid:
Laredo Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 358200)
Laredo Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 63 | 42 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 42 | 34 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 10 | $66,762 | 4 | $64,780 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 10 | $66,762 | 4 | $64,780 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 104 | $53,428 | 75 | $51,920 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 104 | $53,428 | 75 | $51,920 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 26 | 18 | 44 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| All Other Sports | 3 | 18 | 21 |
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
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
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
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
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 full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits 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 Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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