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Garnet Career Center
- 422 Dickinson St
- Charleston, WV 25301
- OPEID College Code: 02218200
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- General Phone: (304) 348-6195
- Principal: James Vickers
- Website: kcs.kana.k12.wv.us

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 142

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Garnet Career Center is to provide adult learners educational opportunities necessary to attain their chosen goals.
- 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: 91%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 88% | 50% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $2,030 | $1,780 | - |
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 | $2,857 | $2,857 | $2,857 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,095 | $995 | $995 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Other Expenses | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,750 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $12,952 | $12,852 | $12,852 |
| Off Campus with Family | $5,702 | $5,352 | $5,352 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $3,952 | 1,350 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Medical Administration | $4,324 | 1,224 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | $3,194 | 1,224 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | $2,757 | 1,284 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping | $3,965 | 1,224 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping | 5 |
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | 4 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 28 |
| Medical Administration | 17 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | 9 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 142 Undergraduate: 142
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 22 Female: 120
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 22 Female: 120
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 140 Part-Time: 2
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 140 Part-Time: 2
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.7% |
| Black | 22 | 15% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 2 | 1% |
| White | 117 | 82% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 11 | 8% |
| Ages 20-21 | 21 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 18 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 24 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 22 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 18 | 13% |
| Ages 40-49 | 19 | 13% |
| Ages 50-65 | 8 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Primarily Instruction | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 73% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 76% |
| Female | 72% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 41% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 83% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
