Florida Technical College
12689 Challenger Parkway Suite 130, Orlando, FL, 32826 - 
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The mission of Florida Technical College is to provide education and training that enables graduates to obtain entry-level employment. Florida Technical College is committed to encouraging the intellectual pursuits of men and women in a variety of business and technical areas. The College strives to maintain the flexibility necessary to meet the needs of a diverse population and the varying educational requirements prompted by the changes in the society it serves. The College recognizes the need to encourage creative activities and community involvement commensurate with institutional resources and abilities. ...
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| County | Orange County, FL | - |
| 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 | Pivate, for profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 391 students | 1,020 students |
| Total Enrollment | 391 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 98% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 66% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,370 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 15% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $858 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 83% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $4,805 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
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Florida Technical College offers both associate degree programs and diploma programs. And you can earn your degree in as little as 18 months.
The keys to our successful educational programs include experienced instructors; modern facilities and equipment; extensive hands-on training; career services and professional preparation seminars; and a supportive classroom learning environment. Florida Technical College is a Junior College accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Associates of Science degrees and academic diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree-granting institutions also is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The Orlando campus is in a new location at 12689 Challenger Parkway in a 28,000 square-foot building containing classrooms, computer labs, learning resource center, administrative offices and a new medical lab. The school is situated on the east side of Orlando, off Alafaya Trail, just minutes from the East-West Expressway.
- Profile last updated: 03/31/2009.
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