Louisiana Technical College-Ascension Campus
Location and Contact Information
9697 Airline HwySorrento, LA 70778-3007
USA
Main Tel: (225) 675-5397
Web Site
The campus is in a large suburb.
Overview
The Louisiana Technical College Ascension Campus, is a 2-year, public institution located in Sorrento, Louisiana. The Ascension Campus of LTC opened its doors in 1979, and it is today governed by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System Board of Supervisors. The Ascension campus is spread across an area of 6.5 acres. The institute offers diplomas, certifications and associate’s degrees in accounting technology, welding technology and instrumentation technology, among others.
The students of the Louisiana Technical College Ascension Campus has a Student Government Association and a chapter of SkillsUSA. The Financial Aid Officer of LTC Ascension Campus works closely with students seeking financial assistance.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in engineering technician and office and administration.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- High male/female ratio.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Louisiana Tech Ascension:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisiana Technical College-Northwest Louisiana Campus | Minden, LA | 793 |
| 2 | Sowela Technical Community College | Lake Charles, LA | 1,816 |
| 3 | Texas State Technical College-Marshall | Marshall, TX | 946 |
| 4 | South Central Louisiana Technical College-River Parishes Campus | Reserve, LA | 946 |
| 5 | Louisiana Technical College-Delta-Ouachita Campus | West Monroe, LA | 840 |
| 6 | Montana Tech-College of Technology | Butte, MT | 422 |
| 7 | Manhattan Area Technical College | Manhattan, KS | 473 |
| 8 | Fort Peck Community College | Poplar, MT | 436 |
| 9 | Metropolitan Community College-Business & Technology | Kansas City, MO | 647 |
| 10 | Mayland Community College | Spruce Pine, NC | 1,621 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 38 | 5 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 14 | 7 |
| < 1 year certificate | 1 | 1 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 13 |
Students
Student enrollment was 352 in 2009-2010 (250 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 80% of the student body. About 3% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Associate.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
- Instrumentation Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Welding Technology/Welder
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