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Academy of Careers and Technology
- 390 Stanaford Rd
- Beckley, WV 25801
- OPEID College Code: 01290500
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- General Phone: (304) 256-4615
- Director: Jack Richmond
- Website: wvact.net
- Type: Public, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Distant Town
- Student Enrollment: 200
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- THE MISSIO OF THE ACADEMY OF CAREERS AND TECHNOLOGY IS TO EMPOWER ITS STUDENTS WITH THE TECHNICAN AND ACADEMIC SKILLS NECESSARY TO BE COMPETITIVE, PRODUCTIVE, MEMBERS OF THE WORK FORCE READY TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF THE 21ST CENTURY.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
- 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: 50%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 50% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $3,500 | - | - |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Licensed Practical Nurse Training
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $3,100 | $3,112 | $2,724 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,711 | $1,715 | $1,655 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,770 | $5,724 | $5,724 |
| Other Expenses | $5,770 | $5,724 | $5,724 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,770 | $5,724 | $5,724 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $16,351 | $16,275 | $15,827 |
| Off Campus with Family | $10,581 | $10,551 | $10,103 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $4,811 | 1,308 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies, Other | $3,635 | 1,080 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
| Welding Technology | $2,197 | 648 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
| Phlebotomy | $640 | 146 Contact Hours | 3 Months |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | $3,660 | 900 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $2,260 | 600 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Communication Technology | |
| Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator Production | 1 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 28 |
| Construction Trades | |
| Construction Trades, Other | - |
| Electrician | 12 |
| Masonry | 2 |
| Engineering Technology | |
| Drafting and Design Technology | 2 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Dental Assisting | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 39 |
| Medical Assistance | 12 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 12 |
| Medical Laboratory Assistance | 35 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | 3 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | 4 |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | 1 |
| Precision Production | |
| Welding Technology | 7 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 200 Undergraduate: 200
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 87 Female: 113
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 87 Female: 113
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 41 Part-Time: 159
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 41 Part-Time: 159
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 27 | 14% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 1 | 0.5% |
| White | 171 | 86% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 35 | 18% |
| Ages 20-21 | 28 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 34 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 28 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 14 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 16 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 27 | 14% |
| Ages 50-65 | 12 | 6% |
| Age Uknown | 3 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 48 | 35 | 13 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Primarily Instruction | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 3 | 3 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | - | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 7 | 7 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 5 | 5 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 79%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 67%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
