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Aiken Technical College, also referred to as ATC, is located in Graniteville, South Carolina, United States. The college was previously known as the Aiken Technical Education Center and began offering classes in the year 1972. It is among the 16 college campuses under the South Carolina Technical College System. The college offers students degrees and certificate programs in the fields of business, public service, industrial engineering, and computer technology, among others. Online learning is also offered to outstation students.
Students of Aiken Technology College have access to clubs and organizations such as the student Government association and Phi Theta Kappa International Scholastic Honor Society. The college's male athletes play basketball and the femaile athletes play fast-pitch softball.
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Campus Location2276 Jefferson Davis Highway
Graniteville, SC 29829
USA
Main Tel: (803) 593-9954
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Aiken Technical College HighlightsWhere Aiken Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in family and social work, medicine, mechanics and repair, computer science and engineering, and office and administration.
- High female/male ratio.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 296 | 24 | | Associate | 202 | 20 | | 1-2 year certificate | 67 | 5 |
Aiken StudentsThe student enrollment at Aiken was 2,529 in 2007 (1,697 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,658 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,222 | | Books and supplies | $ 850 |
Financial Aid: Aiken participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 57 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (52 awarded) - Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (49 awarded) - Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (0 awarded) - Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (20 awarded) - Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (72 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
- Social Work
LAW (5 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (87 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (55 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (12 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (58 awarded) - Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE (35 awarded) - Gerontology
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (66 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (26 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (12 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (0 awarded) - Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (15 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (1 awarded) - Physical Therapist Assistant
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