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Valdosta Technical College
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Information Summary
Ranks 2360th overall and 70th in Georgia
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
47.5 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$2,272 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
15 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
53% / 42% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
2,483 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Valdosta, GA 31602
| Surrounding community | Small suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. under 100,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,355 (26,726 urban / 3,629 rural) |
| Households | 11,294 (2.42 people per house) |
| Families | 6,957 (2.98 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 8,098 |
| Pop. — Asian | 589 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 36 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 230 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 21,486 |
| Pop. — Other | 362 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Rural-serving Medium
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Mixed part/full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Small two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Valdosta Technical College?
Ranks 4078th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $1,296 | $1,296 | $2,592 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $276 | $276 | $276 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $36 | $36 | $72 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $2,272 | $2,272 | $3,568 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $9,217 | $9,217 | $10,513 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $5,243 | $5,243 | $6,539 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $1,392  $1,572 |
$1,392  $1,572 |
$2,508  $2,868 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $700  $700 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $3,375  $3,512 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,300  $3,433 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,800  $2,971 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Valdosta Technical College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Valdosta Technical College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NJCAA |
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Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $1,893 | 70 |  36% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,441 | 182 |  95% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Student Loan Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Any financial aid type | 185 |  96% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Valdosta Technical College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 285 | 692 | 977 |
Hispanic | 15 | 21 | 36 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 12 | 10 | 22 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 7 | 8 |
White Non-Hispanic | 601 | 808 | 1,409 |
Race Unknown | 12 | 19 | 31 |
| Total | 926 | 1,557 | 2,483 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Valdosta Technical College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 7 | 81 | |
| 50 | 1 | 51 | |
| 2 | 45 | 47 | |
| N/A | 42 | 42 | |
| 5 | 35 | 40 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Valdosta Technical College Ranks 3315th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $37,188 ($33,591 male / $39,678 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 66 (27 male / 39 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 109 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.6 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $686,425 |
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Valdosta Technical College Introduction
Valdosta Technical College, located at 4089 Val Tech Road in Valdosta, Georgia, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school provides continued adult education programs in a variety of fields, including health care, technology, and business. Diploma programs fall into these three fields, while degrees awarded by the school include the Associate of Applied Science, and the Associate Degree in Nursing. Technical Certificates of Credit are a third option for students at Valdosta, and can be earned upon completion of a course that may range from several weeks to one-year long. A knowledgeable career services department is also on hand at “The Job School” to help students find placements in their desired field, as well as create resumes which highlight their talents and hone their interviewing skills.
Valdosta Technical College Academics
Academic programs and specialties at Valdosta Technical College are varied. The Associate of Applied Science Degree is awarded to graduates in programs such as:
Diploma programs, which run run from one to two years, available to admitted students at Valdosta include:
The college offers a joint diploma/degree program with Valdosta State University in the area of Dental Hygiene.
In addition to the above mentioned degree and diploma programs, Valdosta offers students the option of pursuing a technical certificate of credit. These short courses may last anywhere from several weeks to a year, and help train future employees for openings in the job market. Students must take placement tests before enrolling in a course. Course specialties include:
Valdosta Technical College Admissions
The application procedure for admission to Valdosta Technical College varies depending on the degree sought. Regardless of the degree or program, students must submit a completed Application for Admission and a non-refundable $15.00 fee. Students must indicate their residence status and provide proof of this status for admissions and tuition determination purposes. Official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools attended must also be included with the application packet. Students who have not taken the college’s placement test in the past five years must do so.
Students enrolling in the non-credit continuing education section must submit the Application for Admission, but are not required to submit an application fee, undergo placement testing, or show proof of secondary education requirements.
Valdosta Technical College Financial Aid
The following financial aid programs are coordinated by Valdosta:
HOPE Grant (for diploma and certificate students) HOPE Scholarship (for degree-seeking students) Federal Pell Grant (need-based award) Federal Work Study (need-based, work award) Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) (need-based award) Veteran Programs (for veteran’s training)
Valdosta Technical College Local Community
The local community in Valdosta is comprised of around 45,000 residents. Civic pride is common here, and the people are proud of their rich heritage and of the beauty of their city, which is commonly known as the “Azalea City” for the abundance of this lovely flower. The Azalea Festival is held every spring, and visitors come from all over to celebrate the magnificence of this traditionally Southern flower. Many of the city’s early structures, dating back to the mid-1800s, are still standing, and visitors marvel at the old Cat Creek Cemetary, the Lowndes County Courthouse, and the First Baptist Church. Residents are also proud of their unique baseball tradition, as the town has played host to several minor league teams over the years. Major employers in the city include tobacco, lumber, and turpentine manufacturing plants, chains such as Home Depot and Lowe’s, and the Valdosta Mall.
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