ITT Technical Institute-Tucson (Closed 2016)
Tel:
(520)408-7488
- ITT Educational Services, Inc. is a leading private college system focused on technology-oriented programs of study. It operates over 80 ITT Technical Institutes in 30 states which predominantly provide career-focused, degree programs to approximately 40,000 students. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, it has been actively involved in the higher education community in the United States since 1969.
School Highlights
- ITT Technical Institute-Tucson serves 400 students (76% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is lower than the state community college average of 39:1.
- Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 48%.
- ITT Technical Institute-Tucson is one of 6 community colleges within Pima County, AZ.
- The nearest community college to ITT Technical Institute-Tucson is Pima Community College (4.9 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| ITT Technical Institute-Tucson | (AZ) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 16 staff | 66 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 400 students | 6,476 students |
| Student:Teacher Ratio | 25:1 | 39:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 304 students | 1,336 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 96 students | 5,140 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 10% | 4% |
| % Asian | 3% | 3% |
| % Hispanic | 34% | 27% |
| % Black | 6% | 6% |
| % White | 41% | 52% |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 2% |
| % Unknown races | 3% | 5% |
| Diversity Score | 0.70 | 0.65 |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $42,800 | $31,100 |
Source: 2015 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Each ITT Technical Institute is authorized by the state in which it is located and is either accredited by or in the process of seeking accreditation from an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. All ITT Technical Institutes (except in some instances the most recently opened institutes) are eligible to participate in the federal student financial aid programs. The school encourages student activities to help develop individual initiative, group leadership and cooperation. It is a goal of the school to help provide students with the opportunity to participate in activities which relate to educational objectives, satisfy social needs, provide recreational opportunities and encourage cultural enrichment. School-related student activities must be sanctioned, approved and supervised by the school. Emphasis is placed on helping you begin to develop skills and knowledge in technical areas that can have practical value in the workplace. Besides technical instruction, the programs of study offered at ITT Tech focus on helping you develop problem solving, critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills. Career preparation begins long before graduation in an ITT Tech undergraduate program. Assistance is offered on job-seeking and job-keeping skills and techniques. In addition, you are advised of job openings and interview opportunities.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to ITT Technical Institute-Tucson is Pima Community College (4.9 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Pima Community CollegePublic28,070 students | 4.90 Mi4905C East Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85709
(520)206-4500 4.9028,070 - Southwest University of Visual Arts-TucsonPrivate, for profit172 students | 5.10 Mi2525 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520)325-0123 5.10172 - Pima Medical Institute-TucsonPrivate, for profit1,948 students | 5.50 Mi3350 East Grant Road, Suite 200
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520)326-1600 5.501,948 - Brown Mackie College-TucsonPrivate, for profit611 students | 7.30 Mi4585 E Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520)327-6866 7.30611 - Brookline College-TucsonPrivate, for profit507 students | 9.40 Mi5441 E. 22nd St, Ste.125
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520)748-9799 9.40507
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