Fayetteville Technical Community College
P.O. Box 35236, 2201 Hull Rd, Fayetteville, NC, 28303 -
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School Notes Overview:
The purpose of Fayetteville Technical Community College is to provide low cost vocational/technical, general education, college transfer, and continuing education programs which meet the needs and desires of its students and community. To improve the educational base of society, FTCC encourages lifelong learning and strives to prepare students for further educational experiences. ...
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Cumberland County, NC | - |
| 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 | 3,048 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 6,902 students | 1,443 students |
| Total Enrollment | 9,950 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 77% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 73% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,710 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 9% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $822 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 4% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $681 | $1,147 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 16% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $4,072 | $3,143 |
School Notes:
- Fayetteville Technical Community College, as a comprehensive community college, adheres to an "Open Door" admissions policy. High school graduates, persons achieving a North Carolina General Education Development equivalency certificate (GED), and adults who desire post high school education may be admitted to courses which are appropriate to their educational potential.
- The Curriculum Programs have 123 Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates that are designed to meet the needs of students, business, and industry. From two-year degrees in Associate in Arts and Associate in Science, that are guaranteed to transfer to the four year state universities and other private institutions, to certificates in technical and vocational areas that provide the needed training or certification for employment or improving job skills, Fayetteville Technical Community College has the right educational programs for you.
- Curricular programs reflect the changing technical, commercial, industrial, and health needs of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and surrounding areas. Various curricula offer certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. As a learning-centered college, FTCC offers courses and programs at times and places convenient to prospective students. Courses are also available for high school graduates who need additional academic preparation before attempting college work.
- FTCC provides instruction in the basic life skills needed to contribute effectively to society. Continuing Education programs are designed to meet specific needs in basic educational competencies, high school completion, upgrading occupational skills, and other avocational or practical skills required for the rapidly changing technological advances in the community.
- Fayetteville Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
- Distance Education: Many college courses are available to the student through several delivery systems other than to the traditional face to face classes. These include courses offered via the Internet, College by Cassette, Television Courses, and courses that combine several methods of instruction. For more information about Distance Education options go to: www.faytechcc.edu/DL/dl_index.htm
- Military: FTCC provides numerous courses at Fort Bragg, which are offered in eight-week sessions designed to meet the needs of our military and civilian community that prefer accelerated scheduling. The Army University Access Online (AUAO) program is a program offered by the US Army for soldiers stationed at selected bases. FTCC is one of the colleges that support this program. For more information about the AUAO program go to: eArmyU.com
- High School Students: For current high school students who want to get a head start on college, FTCC has a strong collaboration agreement with the Cumberland County School System. FTCC provides college transfer, technical, and vocational courses to high school students both on the FTCC campus and at several high school campuses in the system. For more information about these class offerings go to: www.faytechcc.edu/HOS/HCC/
- Profile last updated: 07/15/2008.
In the News:
- No answers come from Hillsboro school meeting (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on March 18, 2010 at 10:06:19 am
Two Cumberland County school officials refused to tell parents what might happen to their children if Hillsboro Street Elementary is closed, several people who attended the meeting said. - Surrounded by Spanish: Students learn through immersion program (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on March 15, 2010 at 04:37:02 am
Seven-year-old Ethan Wright studied the animal game on the back of his snack box. "La 'egg' esta ... " he said before a puzzled look crossed his face. He looked up at his teacher, Claudia Mosquera. - Job search puts resolve to the test (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on March 14, 2010 at 05:53:25 am
Usually, he never hears back. Not a we've-received-and-are-reviewing-your-application. Not a thanks-but-no-thanks. - Botanical garden director leaves for FTCC program (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on March 13, 2010 at 05:08:55 am
The Cape Fear Botanical Garden's executive director has moved on, but not very far. Finley Bryan, a botanist who had led the garden's staff since 2002, has become director for the horticultural program at Fayetteville Technical Community College. - Need To Know (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on March 11, 2010 at 06:24:29 am
1. Fayetteville Technical Community College will hold three information sessions on training for jobs in the health care industry . The sessions are slated for today at 9 a.m., and 1 and 6 p.m. in Room 129 in FTCC's Center for Business and Industry, 2723 Fort Bragg Road. Participants will learn about training offered at FTCC in conjunction with Career Step, a leading online health care education ...
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