| General information: |
(256) 539-8161 |
| Website: |
www.drakestate.edu |
| Type: |
Public, 2-year |
| Awards offered: |
Less than one year certificate
One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
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| Campus setting: |
City Midsize |
| Campus housing: |
No |
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General information:
| Admissions: |
http://www.drakestate.edu |
| Financial Aid: |
http://www.drakestate.edu |
| Apply Online: |
http://www.drakestate.edu |
| Mission Statement: |
J. F. Drake State Technical College is a two-year, public institution of higher education that provides the citizens of North Alabama with flexible, innovative vocational and technical training at a reasonable cost. The College is student-centered and offers career-oriented diploma, certificate, and associate degree programs and courses, as well as comprehensive, specialized training for business and industry. J. F. Drake Technical College seeks to satisfy the needs and academic pursuits of the community by offering developmental studies, non-credit short-term courses, and continuing education courses on scheduled days, evenings, and weekends. Showing a major concern for a diverse population, the College aims to provide educational opportunities that will enrich the lives of its student intellectually, culturally, and economically.The administration, faculty, and staff support the mission of J. F. Drake State Technical College because they believe vocational/technical education contributes directly to the economic welfare, social advancement, and civic awareness of the individual and for the good of the community.Vocational/technical education contributes to the community by providing a pool of entry-level applicants, well trained and ready to satisfy the occupational needs of business and industry. It also provides the type of dedicated industry-based training demands that can be met through a committed interaction between an educational institution and industry, especially through cooperative education. |
| Special Learning Opportunities: |
Distance learning opportunities
Weekend/evening college
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| Student Services: |
Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
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| Credits Accepted: |
Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
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| Carnegie Classification: |
Associates--Public Rural-serving Small |
| Religious Affiliation: |
Not applicable |
| Other Characteristics: |
Historically Black College or University
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| OPE ID: |
00526000 |
Estimated student expenses (before aid):
Undergraduate academic year prices
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Detailed expenses |
2008-2009 |
2007-2008 |
2006-2007 |
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Tuition and fees |
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In-state |
$2,700 |
$2,700 |
$2,700 |
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Out-of-state |
$4,830 |
$4,830 |
$4,830 |
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Books and supplies |
$1,800 |
$1,800 |
$1,800 |
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Living arrangement |
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Off campus |
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Room and board |
$4,925 |
$4,725 |
$4,725 |
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Other |
$2,500 |
$2,100 |
$1,900 |
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Off campus with family |
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Other |
$2,500 |
$2,100 |
$1,900 |
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Total expenses |
2008-2009 |
2007-2008 |
2006-2007 |
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In-state |
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Off campus |
$11,925 |
$11,325 |
$11,125 |
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Off campus with family |
$7,000 |
$6,600 |
$6,400 |
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Out-of-state |
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Off campus |
$14,055 |
$13,455 |
$13,255 |
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Off campus with family |
$9,130 |
$8,730 |
$8,530 |
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Financial aid:
Full-time, first-time degree/certificate-seeking students
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Enrollment:
Fall 2007:
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Total enrollment |
1173 |
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Undergraduate enrollment |
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Graduate enrollment |
1173 |
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Age data are reported for Fall 2007. |
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Programs/majors
Completions 2007-2008:
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Program |
<1 Year certificate |
1 to <2 year Certificate |
Associate |
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Communications technologies/technicians and support services. |
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Graphic Communications, Other |
1 |
- |
- |
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Category total |
1 |
- |
- |
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Computer and information sciences and support services. |
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Computer and Information Sciences, General |
- |
4 |
5 |
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Category total |
- |
4 |
5 |
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Personal and culinary services. |
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Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General |
- |
12 |
- |
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Barbering/Barber |
4 |
- |
- |
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Category total |
4 |
12 |
- |
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Engineering technologies/technicians. |
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Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General |
- |
1 |
1 |
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Category total |
- |
1 |
1 |
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Construction trades. |
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Electrician |
4 |
- |
- |
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Category total |
4 |
- |
- |
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Mechanic and repair technologies/technicians. |
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Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician |
- |
15 |
15 |
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Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician |
- |
8 |
- |
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Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology |
- |
7 |
8 |
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Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician |
- |
7 |
- |
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Category total |
- |
37 |
23 |
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Precision production. |
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Tool and Die Technology/Technician |
- |
2 |
- |
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Welding Technology/Welder |
5 |
2 |
- |
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Category total |
5 |
4 |
- |
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Health professions and related clinical sciences. |
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Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training |
- |
41 |
- |
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Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant |
- |
- |
- |
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Category total |
- |
41 |
- |
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Business, management, marketing, and related support services. |
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Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping |
- |
5 |
8 |
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Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General |
- |
12 |
12 |
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Category total |
- |
17 |
20 |
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Grand total |
14 |
116 |
49 |
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Data shown are for first majors |
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(-) Program is not offered at this award level |
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