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The campus of Louisiana Tech Avoyelles is in Cottonport, LA, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Louisiana Tech Avoyelles include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Louisiana Tech Avoyelles is known for its programs in landscaping and horticulture, construction trades, and mechanics and repair.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, Louisiana Tech Avoyelles had 292 students enrolled (304 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Louisiana Technical College (LTC) delivers instructional programs which provide skilled employees for business and industry that contribute to the overall economic development and workforce needs of the state. The LTC provides individuals with quality and relevant learning opportunities consistent with identified student and business and industry needs within a life-long learning environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Louisiana Technical College Ward H. Nash Avoyelles Campus
508 Choupique St
Cottonport, LA 71327
General Phone: (318) 876-2401
http://www.avoyellescampus.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 86 | automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, autobody repair, industrial electronics tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 40 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
| Construction Trades | 31 | masonry |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 25 | applied horticulture |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 11 | chef training |
| Production Trades | 7 | welding |
| Office and Administration | 3 | administrative assistant |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 0 | barber |
Number of programs and degrees for Louisiana Tech Avoyelles in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 146 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 57 | 11 |
In 2007-2008, Louisiana Tech Avoyelles had a total enrollment of 292 students (304 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 44% |
| Black | 52% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Cottonport, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 934 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 1,525 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Louisiana Tech Avoyelles participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 548805)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Barbering/Barber
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Mason/Masonry
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Louisiana Tech Avoyelles Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in landscaping and horticulture (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in cooking and culinary arts (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study
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