TESST College of Technology-Towson
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(410)296-5350
- The right education could help you start on the path toward a successful career. TESST College of Technology in Towson, Maryland, strives to prepare you with the training and knowledge that could help you stand out from the crowd in today’s competitive marketplace. We offer certificate and associate's degree programs in areas such as allied health, criminal justice, and information technology. This could be your chance to make a difference. Our high-quality education programs help you to achieve the knowledge and skills you need to accomplish your professional and personal goals.
School Highlights
- TESST College of Technology-Towson serves 318 students (100% of students are full-time).
- Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.
- TESST College of Technology-Towson is one of 3 community colleges within Baltimore County, MD.
- The nearest community college is The Community College of Baltimore County (5.90 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
| TESST College of Technology-Towson | (MD) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 6 staff | 164 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 5 | 7 |
| Total Enrollment | 318 students | 4,693 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 53:1 | 24:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 318 students | 1,352 students |
| # Part-Time Students | - | 3,341 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 6% |
| % Hispanic | 3% | 7% |
| % Black | 62% | 27% |
| % White | 31% | 52% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | 2% |
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| Diversity ScoreThe chance that two students selected at random would be members of a different ethnic group. Scored from 0 to 1, a diversity score closer to 1 indicates a more diverse student body. | 0.52 | 0.65 |
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| College Completion Rate | 36% | 21% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $38,300 | $37,700 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 96% | 71% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $9,449 | $9,600 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,349 | $5,500 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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