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Northwest Technical College, NTC, is a public, technical college in Bemidji, Minnesota. Established in 1965, the college was formerly known as Bemidji Area Vocational Technical Institute. NTC offers diplomas and associate's degrees in applied science. The study programs include industrial technology, business, health services, education, and marketing. The college also offers distance learning program facilities.
Students participate in intramural athletics through the Bemidji State University. The college has a Campus Government that plans student activities and looks after the interests of students. Skills USA-VICA and Delta Epsilon Chi: Bemidji Chapter are national student organizations at NTC. Financial aid is provided to students who require monetary assistance for their education. Northwest Technical College-Bemidji Foundation scholarships are given to students who are outstanding in extracurricular activities, leadership, service, and academics. Work-study programs are also available.
Northwest Technical College is in a self-contained town, in Bemidji, MN. The school is classified as a public college. Students at Northwest Technical College earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at Northwest Technical College include office and administration, nursing and emergency medicine, and construction trades.
All qualified applicants are admitted as the school offers open admission.
Some professors at Northwest Technical College are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 1,226 students (870 full-time equivalent).
Dorm living is common.
More complete details are provided below.
Northwest Technical College
905 Grant Avenue SE
Bemidji, MN 56601-4907
General Phone: (218) 333-6600
http://www.ntcmn.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 223 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Construction Trades | 47 | electrician, plumbing, carpentry, construction |
| Business and Management | 38 | business, sales and marketing, accounting, accounting technology, business management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 20 | dental assistant, medical coding |
| Medical Administration | 16 | medical secretary, medical transcription, medical billing, medical records tech |
| Therapy and Counseling | 14 | massage therapy |
| Mechanics and Repair | 13 | engine machinist, automobile mechanics |
| Office and Administration | 7 | administrative assistant |
| Family and Social Work | 4 | child care management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 2 | fire services administration |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | forest technology |
| Liberal Arts | 2 | interdisciplinary studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer networking |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | industrial tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 131 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 113 | 11 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 106 | 10 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 40 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Northwest Technical College had a total enrollment of 1,226 students (870 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 9% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
Northwest Technical College offers campus housing for 200 of its 870 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bemidji, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,763 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,763 |
| Room and board | $ 6,024 |
| Room charge | $ 3,824 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,200 |
Financial Aid:
Northwest Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 575900)
Northwest Technical College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 17 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 8 | $60,625 | 17 | $61,706 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 8 | $60,625 | 17 | $61,706 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Construction Trades, General
Electrician
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Engine Machinist
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | 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 services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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