COLUMBIA AREA VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL
- 4203 S Providence Rd
- Columbia, MO 65203
- OPEID College Code: 02289200
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- General Phone: (573) 214-3809
- Director, Career, Technical & Adult Education: Arden Boyer-Stephens
- Type: Public, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 43
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Columbia Area Vocational Technical School - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.career-center.org

- Mission Statement
- The Adult Division of The Career Center is an integral part of the Columbia Public Schools educational program. The Career Center is the community leader in meeting the emerging needs of individuals and businesses, providing quality programs and services to enhance lifelong learning.
Accreditation
- North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Board of Trustees
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
Columbia Area Vocational Technical School Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- TOEFL Recommended
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 9 | 7 | 16 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 7 (78%) | 5 (71%) | 12 (75%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 7 (100%) | 5 (100%) | 12 (100%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 78%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 28% | 50% | 33% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,140 | $7,100 | $2,698 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.5% | 2.7% | - |
| Number in Repayment | 16 | 10 | 14 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Surgical Technology
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $9,330 | $9,140 | $8,355 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,120 | $1,065 | $1,015 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,936 | $9,936 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $4,436 | $4,436 | $4,412 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,390 | $4,390 | $4,366 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $24,822 | $24,577 | $23,718 |
| Off Campus with Family | $14,840 | $14,595 | $13,736 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Technology | $10,450 | 1,416 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $11,102 | 1,485 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Electrician | $3,250 | 600 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Computer Information Technology Services Administration and Management | $4,400 | 600 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Construction Trades | $3,250 | 600 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Administrative Assistant | $2,690 | 600 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 43 Undergraduate: 43
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 14 Female: 29
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 14 Female: 29
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 38 Part-Time: 5
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 38 Part-Time: 5
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 7 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 7 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 5 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 9 | 21% |
| Ages 30-34 | 4 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Primarily Instruction | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | 1 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 75%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 77%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009