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TTC Athens is in Athens, TN. Athens is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. TTC Athens issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
The school tries to provide students with lots of choices, and does not tend to focus on only a few programs of study. Fields of study in vogue at TTC Athens include office and administration, mechanics and repair, and production trades.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 133 students study at TTC Athens (in 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Tennessee Technology Centers continue to serve as the premier providers for workforce development throughout the State of Tennessee. The centers fulfill the mission by: Providing competency based training through traditional and distance learning instructional delivery systems of the highest quality that will qualify individuals for employment and/or advancement in jobs; providing high quality training that is economical and accessible to all residents of Tennessee, thereby contributing to the economic and community development of the communities we serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Tennessee Technology Center At Athens
1635 Vo Tech Dr
Athens, TN 37371-0848
General Phone: (423) 744-2814
http://www.ttcathens.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 53 | electrical installation and repair, industrial mechanics, automobile mechanics, industrial electronics tech, autobody repair |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 22 | licensed practical nurse |
| Office and Administration | 17 | business support services |
| Production Trades | 8 | welding, machinist |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | pharmacy tech |
Number of programs and degrees for TTC Athens in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 54 | 8 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 44 | 10 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 2 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, TTC Athens had a total enrollment of 133 students (280 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 95% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Athens, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
TTC Athens participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 535800)
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets TTC Athens Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study
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