Southwest Institute Of Technology can be found in Austin, TX (a large city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Southwest Institute Of Technology.
The most common majors at the school are in engineering technician.
Southwest Institute Of Technology is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007-2008, 29 students were enrolled in Southwest Institute Of Technology. A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The philosophy of Southwest Institute of Technology is to provide each student a unique, personalized learning environment that encourages successful performance and program completion.
The school strives at all times to:
1. Provide hands-on training necessary to prepare students for entry-level positions;
2. Encourage a sense of commitment, responsibility, and self-motivation so that each student entering the work place will have the personal strengths to accompany his or her technical and problem solving skills;
3. Maintain an atmosphere of professionalism, thereby setting a standard and creating an environment for students to emulate;
4. Ensure that each student has an opportunity to perform and participate under the direct supervision of the instructor."
More complete details are provided below.
Southwest Institute Of Technology
5424 Hwy 290 W Ste 200
Austin, TX 78735
General Phone: (512) 892-2640
http://www.swse.net
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technician | 21 | electromechanical tech |
| Mechanics and Repair | 2 | electrical installation and repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Southwest Institute Of Technology in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 21 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Southwest Institute Of Technology had a total enrollment of 29 students (28 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 41% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 34% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Austin, 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.
Financial Aid:
Southwest Institute Of Technology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2093600)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $34,020 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $34,020 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southwest Institute Of Technology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
Try our unique CollegeMatch™ tool to find schools similar to Southwest Institute Of Technology.
|
|
|
Selected QuickSchools™ With Program Focus Areas Similar To Southwest Institute Of Technology(What are QuickSchools?)
Engineering Technician
Career Stories from workers: daily activities, job tips, best/worst job aspects, training, etc.
Daily Career & Education News from our staff. We're an approved Google News provider!
Resource Center. A starting point for all CityTownInfo career and college resources.
Career Overviews of hundreds of careers: descriptions, salaries, forecasts, schools, more.
Best Careers Not Requiring Degrees: Good pay, job growth, low need for degrees.
Helpful Articles, many in "how-to" format; e.g., "How to Become a Chef".
These lists link to thousands of detailed school profiles.
Colleges by State. Nearly every college and trade school in the country.
Colleges Listed Alphabetically. About 7,000 colleges & trade schools, including online schools.
Colleges by Major City. Browse cities with multiple college options.
Online Colleges. Colleges with online degree programs.
Graduate Schools by State. Colleges offering graduate degree programs.
Graduate Schools by Major City. Find cities with multiple graduate school options.