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Grand Rapids Community College, also known as GRCC, was established in 1914 by the Grand Rapids Board of Education. There are several academic departments in the college including biological science, interior decorating and design, performing arts (music and theatre), and criminal justice. The degree and certificate programs offered by GRCC are divided into two schools:
- School of Arts & Sciences
- School of Workforce Development
Some of the clubs and organizations run by GRCC students are the African Student Organization, Computer Club, Native American Organization, Delta Pi Alpha Honor Society, Fashion and Design Club, International Student Organization, and Raider Dance Team.
The athletic teams of GRCC are known as the Raiders. The men’s sports include basketball, golf, baseball, tennis and football. The women’s sports include softball, volleyball, basketball, and tennis.
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Campus Location143 Bostwick Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295
USA
Main Tel: (616) 234-4000
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Grand Rapids Community College HighlightsWhere Grand Rapids Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in engineering technician, education and teaching, fine arts, cooking and culinary arts, and engineering.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
- High male/female ratio.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 1,427 | 83 | | 1-2 year certificate | 138 | 18 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Grand Rapids Community College was 15,212 in 2007 (9,535 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 | $ 3,868 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,548 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,550 |
Financial Aid: Grand Rapids Community College 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 |
|---|
| With tenure | | 209 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 30 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 10 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING (4 awarded) - Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
ART STUDIES (16 awarded) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (189 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Fashion Merchandising
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (41 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer and Information Sciences
- System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
- Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (1 awarded) COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (87 awarded) - Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
- Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN (4 awarded) DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS (4 awarded) - Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (106 awarded) - Art Teacher Education
- Business Teacher Education
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Foreign Language Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Music Teacher Education
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
- Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
ENGINEERING (19 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (110 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
- Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
- Plastics Engineering Technology/Technician
- Quality Control Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (57 awarded) - Adult Development and Aging
- Child Care and Support Services Management
- Social Work
FINE ARTS (7 awarded) LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (3 awarded) - Landscaping and Groundskeeping
LAW (4 awarded) - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
LIBERAL ARTS (452 awarded) - Economics
- English Language and Literature
- Foreign Languages and Literatures
- General Studies
- History
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Library Science/Librarianship
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
MATHEMATICS (2 awarded) MECHANICS AND REPAIR (28 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (3 awarded) MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (9 awarded) - Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (89 awarded) - Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Pre-Pharmacy Studies
MEDICINE (14 awarded) - Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Pre-Veterinary Studies
MUSIC (7 awarded) - Music Performance
- Music
- Piano and Organ
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (117 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (14 awarded) - Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (8 awarded) - Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART (22 awarded) - Commercial and Advertising Art
- Photography
PRODUCTION TRADES (16 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE (17 awarded) - Biology/Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Oceanography, Chemical and Physical
- Physics
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (5 awarded) - Chemical Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (76 awarded) - Corrections
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (34 awarded) - Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Psychology
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