Wake Technical Community College
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The mission of Wake Technical Community College is to help improve and enrich lives by meeting the lifelong educational, training, and service needs of its diverse community. The College is committed to promoting individual success in the workplace and higher education and to promoting cultural, social, and economic development....
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| County | Wake 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 | 3,097 students | 1,015 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 8,949 students | 1,441 students |
| Total Enrollment | 12,046 students | 2,177 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 26% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 18% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $1,719 | $2,841 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 6% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $891 | $1,267 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 3% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,108 | $1,151 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 8% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,820 | $3,120 |
School Notes:
- In pursuit of its mission, this public two-year comprehensive postsecondary educational institution adheres to an open-door policy by offering quality accessible and affordable educational opportunities to all adults regardless of age, sex, socioeconomic status, ethnic origin, race, religion, or disability. To meet the needs of its community, the College focuses on providing support services, resources, community outreach, and partnerships; programs in basic skills development; vocational, technical, and occupational training; and college/university transfer preparation.
- Wake Technical Community College is a tax-supported, public nonprofit educational institution under the control of a Board of Trustees. It is an institutional member of the North Carolina Community College System, State Board of Community Colleges. Authority for the establishment of the College is found in Chapter 115D of the General Statutes of North Carolina and the amendments thereto. The College was chartered on April 3, 1958, as the Wake County Industrial Education Center. Operation actually began October 7, 1963, with 34 curriculum students on campus and 270 enrolled in the various industrial training programs.
- The College offers credit programs leading to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed for immediate entry into employment, an associate degree in general education, and associate degrees designed to transfer to four-year institutions. The College also offers pre-curriculum programs for students to develop academic proficiency so that they may successfully complete curriculum courses.
- The college provides occupational career enhancement programs for individuals and support for economic development to businesses, industries, and agencies. Basic skills education, English as a Second Language and a wide variety of continuing education courses and programs for personal enrichment are offered on campus and throughout the county. The College further serves its constituents by providing a broad range of community services, partnerships, and outreach programs.
- Wake Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.
In the News:
- Wake, Vance community colleges launch logistics program (Local Tech Wire)
posted on June 24, 2009 at 11:39:36 am
Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh and Vance-Granville Community College announced a plan Tuesday to offer a two-year associate degree in global logistics technology. - recreational calendar (The News & Observer)
posted on June 23, 2009 at 06:01:36 am
PARKS AND REC - Meetings (The News & Observer)
posted on June 19, 2009 at 06:01:01 am
CFA North Carolina Society Annual Meeting: - Johnson finds right fit at Wake Tech (Carteret County News-Times)
posted on June 12, 2009 at 10:25:40 am
J.J. SMITH BEAUFORT — Courtney Johnson will get to enjoy the best of both worlds at her college of choice as the East Carteret graduate will attend a school that offers her desired major while continuing her athletic career. - this week (The News & Observer)
posted on June 8, 2009 at 06:00:41 am
Job seekers looking for fresh advice on improving their odds should attend Tuesday's Career Summit at Wake Technical Community College.
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- Durham Technical Community College - 5,094 students - 21.9 mi. away - view location
- Johnston Community College - 4,145 students - 22.8 mi. away - view location
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