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North Lake College, a part of Dallas County Community College District, is situated in Irving, Texas. The college was established in 1977. The campus is set on 276 acres of land. North Lake College offers enrollment to more than 8,000 credit students every year.
The sports teams of the North Lake College are nicknamed the Blazers. The Blazers compete in the Metro Athletic Conference. The college has men’s baseball and basketball teams, and women’s volleyball and soccer teams.
The main campus of North Lake College is in Irving, Texas (a medium-sized city). The school is a public school. North Lake College offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to real estate and construction management, computer science and engineering, and liberal arts.
North Lake College admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
Salaries for full-time faculty at the school are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2005, North Lake College had 9,268 enrolled students.
More complete details are provided below.
North Lake College
5001 N MacArthur Blvd
Irving, TX 75038-3899
General Phone: (972) 273-3000
Admissions Phone: (972) 273-3183
Financial Aid Phone: (972) 273-3320
http://www.dcccd.edu
North Lake College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 274 | general studies |
| Business And Management | 59 | business management, business, accounting, electronic commerce, banking, logistics, MIS |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 53 | computer networking, data processing tech, computer programming, web design |
| Engineering Technician | 22 | construction engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 16 | real estate |
| Design | 11 | graphic design |
| Construction Trades | 9 | electrician |
| Hospitality | 6 | hotel management |
| Office And Administration | 5 | office data entry, receptionist, executive secretary |
| Media | 2 | radio and TV tech |
| Mechanics And Repair | 1 | HVAC |
Number of programs and degrees for North Lake College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 373 | 19 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 85 | 19 |
In 2005, North Lake College had a total enrollment of 9,268 students (5,080 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 18% |
| Asian | 12% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 99% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Irving, 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: (972) 273-3183
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,880 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
North Lake College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2077400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (972) 273-3320
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 60 | 37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 60 | $52,977 | 37 | $53,930 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 60 | $52,977 | 37 | $53,930 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
Receptionist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets North Lake College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in real estate and construction management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (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 Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library
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