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The Wilbarger County Junior College District was established on January 20, 1970. Classes began in 1972 on the campus of Vernon Regional Junior College. This junior college went through many changes and finally became Vernon College on May 23, 2001. It is located in Vernon, Texas, United States. Vernon College currently enrolls more than 2,000 students.
In addition to the main campus, Vernon College also offers classes at the Sheppard Learning Center, Century City Center, and Skills Training Center in Wichita Falls.
Vernon College offers students a wide range of degree programs including associate and baccalaureate degrees in arts and sciences, technology, and nursing. The institue also offers online courses and continuing education program.
The athletics department of Vernon College fields teams in baseball, rodeo, softball, and volleyball. The teams are known as the Chaparrals.
Vernon, TX is home to Vernon College. Vernon is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Vernon College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine and beauty and cosmetology.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 2,808 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Vernon College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Vernon College
4400 College Dr
Vernon, TX 76384-4092
General Phone: (940) 552-6291
http://www.vernoncollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 177 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 132 | liberal arts and sciences, language translation |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 28 | cosmetology |
| Engineering Technician | 25 | electronics tech, HVAC tech, drafting |
| Production Trades | 24 | welding, machinist |
| Medical Support and Technology | 20 | surgical tech, pharmacy tech |
| Medical Administration | 12 | medical records tech, medical secretary, medical transcription |
| Business and Management | 6 | business |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 5 | fire-fighting, criminal justice and safety |
| Office and Administration | 4 | general office occupations, office data entry |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer and info science |
| Family and Social Work | 4 | child development, child care provider, child care management |
| Mechanics and Repair | 2 | automobile mechanics, electrical installation and repair |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 1 | farm management |
Number of programs and degrees for Vernon College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 266 | 26 |
| Associate's degree | 178 | 17 |
In 2007-2008, Vernon College had a total enrollment of 2,808 students (1,999 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 21% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 49 % |
| Part-Time | 55 % |
Vernon College offers campus housing for 150 of its 1,999 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Vernon, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 15 meals per week.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,925 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,260 |
| Room and board | $ 4,289 |
| Room charge | $ 1,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,270 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,951 |
Financial Aid:
Vernon College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1006000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 31 | 43 |
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 | 11 | $52,628 | 17 | $51,882 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $52,628 | 17 | $51,882 |
*: 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 | 20 | $41,127 | 26 | $41,910 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 20 | $41,127 | 26 | $41,910 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 40 | 43 | 83 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 14 | 43 | 57 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
Language Interpretation and Translation
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Vernon College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
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 Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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