J F Drake State Technical College
School Notes Overview:
Drake’s mission is to provide vocational-technical education through academic and occupational training, from basic education through two-year technical programs. Students develop marketable skills in vocational-technical areas at J. F. Drake, one of a network of forty postsecondary institutions of its kind in the state of Alabama. The 30-acre campus houses eight buildings....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Madison County, AL | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 420 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 270 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 690 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 77% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 63% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,849 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 16% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,746 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 13% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,444 | $1,146 |
School Notes:
-
J. F. Drake State Technical College is a two-year, state-supported, coed, vocational-technical college founded in 1961. J. F. Drake is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate in Applied Technology degree. Diplomas and certificates are also awarded.
Drake Tech is located in northeastern Huntsville, home of the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Army Missile Command, Strategic Defense Command, the Redstone Arsenal, and a host of high-technology industrial centers. The area is one of the fastest-growing engineering and technology centers in the South. Huntsville offers students access to museums, shopping, and fine restaurants.
The College assists African-American students to find and contact predominantly African- American schools and colleges which provide educational opportunities that are best suited to the individual students academic achievement and financial resources.
- Profile last updated: 05/18/2009.
In the News:
- Continental workers prepare for closing (The Huntsville Times)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 10:17:30 am
Tamara Underwood, a tech operator at Continental Automotive Systems, finished her shift at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, but stayed on at the plant until 10 to check out job opportunities with local employers at Continental's education and career fair. - Drake wins OK to use old Times Building (The Huntsville Times)
posted on September 24, 2009 at 04:50:28 pm
School officials said they need the extra space to handle recent enrollment increases but do not yet know how much of the building they will need to lease. - College eyes location in downtown Huntsville (NBC 13 Birmingham)
posted on September 8, 2009 at 09:58:44 am
State Board of Education member Mary Jane Caylor of Huntsville says the state board could vote on the idea Sept. 24. - Economy sends people to tech school; Drake's enrollment up almost 50 percent (The Huntsville Times)
posted on August 25, 2009 at 07:04:14 pm
School officials say it's the sixth semester of double-digit increases. - Hundreds Wait In Line For Public Housing Assistance In Huntsville (WHNT-TV Huntsville)
posted on August 12, 2009 at 02:00:15 pm
Competition is stiff for people seeking Public Housing Applications. Hundreds of people lined up in the hot sun on Tuesday, waiting at J.F. Drake State Technical College for their chance to sign up for a slot.
School Map:
Get: driving directions
Weather: 10-day forecast
or monthly climate averages.
Near By Schools:
- Virginia College-huntsville - 838 students - 4.4 mi. away - view location
Tip: Zoom in/out using the slider below. View aerial photos using the Satellite or Hybrid buttons.
Private College
Public College
Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.
More Options:
- Request Info:
Get info / application from J F Drake State Technical College
- Tools: Search schools by zip, Compare schools side-by-side
- Return to: Alabama community colleges, Home
- Most Recent
- Apprenticeship Program
- Midnight Classes
- Event Planning Courses
- Singing Courses
- Radio Broadcasting Programs
- Most Popular
- H.S. Diploma vs. GED
- High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
- Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
- Online Courses
- Why Community College?
- About College
- Why Community College?
- Choosing a College
- Choosing a College Campus
- School Accreditation
- Top 7 Myths
- Outperforming Typical Colleges
- Online Courses
- Continuing Education
- Careers After College
- Scientist & Engineering Careers
- Recession-Proof Careers
- Licensing & Certification
- Recession-Proof Healthcare Careers
- High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
- Obtaining Bachelor's Degree
- View more articles
- Affording College
- Affording College
- Save $80K on Tuition
- Understanding Grants
- Community College Loans
- Stafford Loans
- Direct Loans
- Scholarships
- Financial Help for Single Parents
- President Obama's Financial Aid Proposals
- Work Study Programs
- Veterans in Community Colleges
- College Cost Reduction Act
- Support for the Unemployed
- Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
- Tuition-Free College?
- View more articles
- Attending College
- Your First Semester
- Community College Enrollment Exams
- Transferring
- Transferring Credits
- Reverse Transfer Process
- Getting Off of Waiting Lists
- Midnight Classes
- Campus Changes from Increased Enrollment
- Undocumented Immigrant Students
- Community College Recruits Wanted
- Getting Professor Help
- Getting Tutoring Help
- Getting Writing Help
- Academic Probation and Dismissal
- Mentoring Programs
- View more articles
- Courses in College
- Event Planning Courses
- Graduate Early through Course Testing
- Honors Courses
- Economically-Driven Curriculum Changes
- Apprenticeship Program
- Teacher Certification
- Autism Teaching Certificate
- Electronic Health Records Programs
- Nursing Programs
- Business Ethics Courses
- Weight Loss Support on Campus
- Marriage Workshops and Courses
- Culinary Programs
- Courses for Entrepreneurs
- Parenting Classes
- View more articles

