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Virginia College Technical is in Pelham, Alabama. Pelham is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Virginia College Technical issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include mechanics and repair and production trades.
Not all applicants to Virginia College Technical are accepted. Just 36% of applicants in 2005 were accepted at the school. People seek out Virginia College Technical, and many students are from other states.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.
Approximately 235 students study at Virginia College Technical (in 2005). The school is essentially a male school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Virginia College Technical is a private, proprietary institution of higher learning committed to offering associate degrees and diploma programs. These diverse programs promote the student's ability to enter or strengthen a chosen career. The student's learning experience and placement opportunities are enhanced through studies that provide a balance of general academics and technical skills. The goal of Virginia College - Technical is to provide quality educational opportunities for all students to achieve excellence through integrated technical and academic training to meet the employment and personal needs of the idividual and automotive communities. The College provides educational opportunities through curricula in practical technical programs that are designed to prepare a student for direct entry into the work place."
More complete details are provided below.
Virginia College Technical
2790 Pelham Pkwy
Pelham, AL 35124
General Phone: (205) 358-1100
http://www.vc.edu
Virginia College Technical awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics And Repair | 34 | automobile mechanics, autobody repair |
| Production Trades | 34 | welding |
Number of programs and degrees for Virginia College Technical in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 39 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 29 | 3 |
In 2005, Virginia College Technical had a total enrollment of 235 students (234 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Women | 0% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 35% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 83% |
| Mississippi | 7% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Florida | 3% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pelham, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 223 | 81 | 36% | 81 | 100% |
| Men | 215 | 81 | 38% | 81 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,350 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,350 |
Financial Aid:
Virginia College Technical participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 030106A1)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 15 | $42,092 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 15 | $42,092 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Virginia College Technical Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
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