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Calhoun Community College, also referred to as Calhoun, is a two-year institution of higher learning located in Decatur, Alabama, United State.
The departments of Calhoun Community College include the following:
- Adult Education
- Allied Health
- Business Administration and Professional Services
- Computer and Office Information Systems
- Cooperative Education Program
- Fine Arts
- Social Sciences
- Technologies
The men's and women's sports teams of Calhoun are called the Warhawks and Lady Warhawks respectively. The official mascot is the Warhawk. The College sponsors baseball and softball.
Notable alumni of Calhoun include James Hunter, film director; Bo Bice, American Idol runner-up; Jorge Posada, catcher, New York Yankees; and Adam Korak, baseball player.
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Campus Location6250 U S Highway 31 N
Tanner, AL 35671
USA
Main Tel: (256) 306-2500
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in production trades, landscaping and horticulture, liberal arts, engineering technician, and engineering.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 636 | 29 | | < 1 year certificate | 124 | 27 | | 1-2 year certificate | 60 | 14 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 9,117 in 2007-2008 (6,598 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,850 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,700 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid: John C Calhoun State Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 104 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 36 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (11 awarded) - Barbering/Barber
- Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (14 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (10 awarded) - Computer and Information Sciences
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (32 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Electrician
- Mason/Masonry
DESIGN (4 awarded) - Design and Visual Communications
ENGINEERING (14 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (58 awarded) - Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
- Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (14 awarded) - Child Care and Support Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (16 awarded) - Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
LAW (5 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (324 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (21 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (6 awarded) - Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician and Assistant
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (34 awarded) - Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE (0 awarded) - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
MUSIC (6 awarded) - Music History, Literature, and Theory
- Music
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (209 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
PRODUCTION TRADES (33 awarded) - Tool and Die Technology/Technician
- Upholstery/Upholsterer
- Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (0 awarded) SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (0 awarded) - Chemical Technology/Technician
- Science Technologies/Technicians
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (1 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
- Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (8 awarded) - Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
TRANSPORTATION (0 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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