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First Coast Technical Institute
- 2980 Collins Ave
- Saint Augustine, FL 32084
- OPEID College Code: 01254400
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- General Phone: (904) 824-4401
- President: Christine Cothron
- Website: www.fcti.org

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 604

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The purpose of the First Coast Technical Institute is to provide comprehensive, innovative technical education and customized training to meet the needs of the community.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $15.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 60%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 35% | 24% | 2% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $1,699 | $483 | $2,489 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Culinary Arts
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,700 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $13,050 | $13,000 | $12,000 |
| Other Expenses | $6,400 | $6,000 | $5,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,500 | $5,000 | $4,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $25,050 | $24,500 | $21,900 |
| Off Campus with Family | $11,100 | $10,500 | $9,700 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | $5,600 | 1,440 Contact Hours | 14 Months |
| Emergency Medical Technology | $1,160 | 264 Contact Hours | 3 Months |
| Fire Science, Fire-Fighting | $2,370 | 450 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Cosmetology | $3,930 | 1,200 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant | $611 | 120 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $4,380 | 1,350 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 604 Undergraduate: 604
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 285 Female: 319
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 285 Female: 319
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 380 Part-Time: 224
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 380 Part-Time: 224
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 97 | 16% |
| Asian | 8 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 33 | 5% |
| White | 457 | 76% |
| Unknown | 9 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 131 | 22% |
| Ages 18-19 | 87 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 66 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 85 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 88 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 49 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 29 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 42 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 27 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 185 | 113 | 72 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 108 | 36 | 72 |
| Primarily Instruction | 108 | 36 | 72 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 13 | - |
| Other Professionals | 26 | 26 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 38 | 38 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 15 | 15 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | 10 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 83%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 67%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 80% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 82% |
| Female | 78% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 79% |
| Asian | 75% |
| Hispanic | 76% |
| White | 79% |
| Unknown | 100% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 3 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
