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Tyler Junior College, popularly referred to as TJC, was established in the year 1926. It is a two-year community college situated in Tyler, Texas. The campus is set on nearly 75 acres of land. TJC registers over 12,000 credit students every year. Apart from its main campus, the college has a West Campus used mainly for vocational training and continuing education programs.
TJC has on-campus housing that can accommodate over 600 students in eight residence halls. The college offers associate in arts degree, associate in applied science degree, and certificate of proficiency programs to the students.
Tyler Junior College’s athletics teams are nicknamed Apache and the official colors are white, black, and gold. The college has tennis, basketball, soccer, baseball, and football teams. The sports teams of TJC participate in National Junior College Athletic Association's Region XIV.
Tyler Junior College is found in Tyler, TX. Tyler is a small city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Tyler Junior College.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Tyler Junior College is known for its programs in liberal arts.
The school accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 8,217 in 2007-2008 at Tyler Junior College.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Tyler Junior College
1400 East Fifth Street
Tyler, TX 75789-0001
General Phone: (903) 510-2200
http://WWW.TJC.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 963 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, interdisciplinary studies, sign language translation, sociology, English literature, foreign language and literature, history, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 278 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic, pre-nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 137 | dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiographer, optometric tech, surgical tech, medical lab tech, opticianry, ... |
| Business and Management | 84 | business, business management |
| Engineering Technician | 52 | surveying tech, drafting, computer systems tech, computer engineering tech, electronics tech, industrial tech, telecommunications tech |
| Medical Administration | 42 | medical secretary, medical transcription, medical records tech, medical office management |
| Mechanics and Repair | 41 | HVAC, automobile mechanics |
| Family and Social Work | 36 | child development, child care provider, child care management, social work, family and consumer science |
| Production Trades | 28 | welding |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 23 | corrections, criminal justice and police, fire protection tech |
| Media | 20 | communication studies, radio and television, journalism, advertising |
| Law | 13 | legal assistant, pre-law, legal secretary |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 13 | athletic trainer |
| Music | 12 | music |
| Design | 11 | graphic design |
| Engineering | 11 | engineering |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 10 | computer networking, computer programming, computer science, data processing tech, information technology, computer and info science |
| Education and Teaching | 10 | physical education teaching, kindergarten/preschool teaching, education |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | substance abuse counseling, psychology |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 5 | commercial photography, commercial art |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 3 | agricultural management, farm management |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Office and Administration | 0 | administrative assistant, office data entry |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Science | 0 | biology, physics, geology, chemistry, meteorology |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 0 | ornamental horticulture |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | dance, drama |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Tyler Junior College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 914 | 41 |
| Associate's degree | 789 | 88 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 95 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Tyler Junior College had a total enrollment of 8,217 students (6,865 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 15% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 25 % |
Tyler Junior College offers campus housing for 1,054 of its 6,865 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Tyler, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,670 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,420 |
| Room and board | $ 4,150 |
| Room charge | $ 2,550 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,902 |
Financial Aid:
Tyler Junior College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 364800)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 111 | 150 |
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 | 22 | $55,674 | 30 | $53,600 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 22 | $55,674 | 30 | $53,600 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 89 | $49,100 | 120 | $45,527 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 89 | $49,100 | 120 | $45,527 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 120 | 47 | 167 |
| Football | 77 | 0 | 77 |
| Basketball | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| All Other Sports | 30 | 30 | 60 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
Child Development
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Social Work
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Ornamental Horticulture
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Pre-Law Studies
LIBERAL ARTS
American Literature (United States)
Cartography
Economics, General
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Office Management/Administration
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
Optometric Technician/Assistant
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Pre-Veterinary Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Pre-Nursing Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial Photography
Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Meteorology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Tyler Junior College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers athletic scholarships
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