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Cedar Valley College located in Lancaster, Texas, is a college of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD). This community college was established in 1977 and enrolls more than 4,000 students annually. There are several quality degree and certificate programs offered by the college to its students. The programs include business and management, liberal arts and communications, science, information technology and visual and performance arts. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs for its remote students.
There are many students clubs and organizations that center around religion, sports, academics, recreation and art. The students of Cedar Valley College participate in the college sports available on campus such as softball, baseball, and basketball.
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Campus Location3030 N Dallas Ave Lancaster, TX 75134-3799 USA Main Tel: (972) 860-8258 Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Cedar Valley College HighlightsWhere Cedar Valley College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in real estate and construction management, media, design, mechanics and repair, and business and management.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Racially diverse student body.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| 1-2 year certificate | 485 | 23 | | Associate | 238 | 21 |
Cedar Valley StudentsThe student enrollment at Cedar Valley was 4,834 in 2007 (2,558 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 | $ 2,160 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,450 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid: Cedar Valley 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 | | 65 |
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 (206 awarded) - Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Marketing/Marketing Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (12 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
DESIGN (22 awarded) - Design and Visual Communications
- Graphic Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (5 awarded) LIBERAL ARTS (125 awarded) - General Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (73 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
- Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDIA (36 awarded) - Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (126 awarded) - Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MUSIC (4 awarded) - Music Management and Merchandising
- Music Performance
- Music Theory and Composition
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (11 awarded) - Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (15 awarded) - Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
- Receptionist
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (62 awarded) SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (26 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
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