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Laredo Community College, also known as LCC, was founded on September 28, 1947, as Laredo Junior College. The college was established by the Laredo Independent School District. In 1993, LCC adopted its current name. The college's campus spreads over 300 acres at the historic Fort McIntosh located in Laredo, Texas. The main campus is also known as Fort McIntosh Campus. The college also has a South Campus located at 5500 South Zapata Highway.
Some of the academic units of LCC are computer information systems, health sciences division, social and behavioral sciences, and arts and humanities. Students can apply for various LCC Scholarships and Community Scholarships offered by external organizations, foundations, clubs, and individuals.
The student organizations of LCC include the Choral/Vocal Club, Criminal Justice Club, Future Teachers Association of Laredo Community College, Learning in Action Club, Nuestras Raices Club de Espanol, Phi Theta Kappa Society, and many more.
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Campus LocationWest End Washington St
Laredo, TX 78040-4395
USA
Main Tel: (956) 721-5394
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Laredo Community College HighlightsWhere Laredo Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts, mechanics and repair, and computer science and engineering.
- Racially diverse student body.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Large number of students.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
- ROTC
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 643 | 25 | | 1-2 year certificate | 167 | 21 | | < 1 year certificate | 50 | 7 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Laredo Community College was 7,831 in 2007 (4,610 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 4% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 96% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,766 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,816 | | Room and board | $ 4,374 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,250 | | Other | $ 3,447 |
Financial Aid: Laredo 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 |
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| With tenure | | 105 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 76 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 12 |
Housing and MealsLaredo Community College provides on-campus housing for 158 of its 4,610 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (70 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Banking and Financial Support Services
- International Marketing
- Marketing/Marketing Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (61 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
- System Administration/Administrator
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (10 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (22 awarded) - Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (29 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
- Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS (390 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (86 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (25 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (69 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)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (11 awarded) - Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (21 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
PRODUCTION TRADES (4 awarded) - Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (2 awarded) SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (49 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (11 awarded) - Physical Therapist Assistant
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