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Modern Welding School is located in Schenectady, NY (a small city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Modern Welding School is the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in production trades.
Modern Welding School is an open-admission school.
The school had 88 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at Modern Welding School are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Modern Welding School is to train highly-skilled welders in a state-of-the-art facility where both student and staff remain motivated to excel in the education process to meet the changing needs of the welding industry."
More complete details are provided below.
Modern Welding School
1842 State St
Schenectady, NY 12304
General Phone: (518) 374-1216
http://www.modernwelding.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Production Trades | 97 | welding |
Number of programs and degrees for Modern Welding School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 79 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 18 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Modern Welding School had a total enrollment of 88 students (104 full-time equivalent).
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 22% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
| Part-Time | 95 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 89% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Schenectady, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Modern Welding School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2275900)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Modern Welding School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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