Wake Technical Community College
9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603-5696 -
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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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- Community College Avg.
| 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 | 1,029 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 8,949 students | 1,461 students |
| Total Enrollment | 12,046 students | 2,225 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 26% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 18% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $1,719 | $2,847 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 6% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $891 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 3% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,108 | $1,150 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 8% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,820 | $3,143 |
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:
- HPG Partner Named to Wake Tech Foundation Leadership Team (dBusinessNews.com)
posted on August 26, 2010 at 10:14:09 pm
Triangle - RALEIGH, N.C. (August 26, 2010) ― Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP (www.hpg.com), the largest CPA firm headquartered and staffed in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina, announces today that Larry Hamilton, firm partner, has been selected to serve as the 2010-2011 treasurer of the Wake Tech Foundation (http://foundation.waketech.edu ... - Wake Tech to Lead Green Revolution in Workforce Training (dBusinessNews.com)
posted on August 24, 2010 at 11:27:48 am
Triangle - Wake Technical Community College has been selected to lead a statewide overhaul of community college programs to improve education and training in emerging green technologies and sustainability. - Leadership Raleigh Welcomes 26th Class (dBusinessNews.com)
posted on August 22, 2010 at 07:56:18 pm
Triangle - The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 26th Leadership Raleigh class. Fifty-two participants have been selected for the newest class representing a diverse array of professionals. - Hardin Construction Company to Build Innovative Parking Facility At Wake Technical Community College (dBusinessNews.com)
posted on August 17, 2010 at 11:10:18 am
New York - (1888PressRelease) Parking garage designed to included sustainability features that are linked to a pursuit of LEED certification for future project at Wake Technical Community College. - Fostering Bright Futures Announces Partnership with Triangle Family Services (dBusinessNews.com)
posted on August 12, 2010 at 08:42:48 pm
Triangle - RALEIGH, N.C. (August 11, 2010) - Former foster children attending Wake Technical Community College will soon have a new tool to help them succeed.
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- Durham Technical Community College - 5,474 students - 21.9 mi. away - view location
- Johnston Community College - 4,145 students - 22.8 mi. away - view location
- Central Carolina Community College - 4,875 students - 32.0 mi. away - view location
- Louisburg College - 782 students - 33.6 mi. away - view location
- Wilson Technical Community College - 1,849 students - 42.7 mi. away - view location
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