Mountainland Applied Technology College
Location and Contact Information
987 S Geneva RdOrem, UT 84058-5857
USA
Main Tel: (801) 863-6282
Web Site
The campus is in a small city.
Overview
Mountainland Applied Technology College was established by the Mountainland Region Vocational and Technical Education Coordinating Committee in 1989. In 2001, the Utah State Legislature passed a House Bill in a special session leading to the creation of the Utah College of Applied Technology. The bill was enforced as a law in the same year, and Mountainland Applied Technology Center officially became an affiliate campus of UCAT.
MATC offers career oriented education through a large number of certificate programs. Associate of Applied Technology degrees are also available in selected disciplines. Programs offered by the college are organized under the following divisions, Automotive Technology & Transportation, Business Technology, General Industry & Technical Programs, Health Care Technology, and Information Technology.
MATC also offers distance learning opportunities and weekend classes. Additional services offered by the college include remedial services, academic/career counseling, part-time cost defraying employment opportunities, and career placement services.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in beauty and cosmetology.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Continuous.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
Financial Aid
Mountainland Applied Technology College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 16% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 15% | $4,185 |
| Institutional Grant | 4% | $135 |
| Federal Grant | 12% | $5,186 |
| Pell Grant | 12% | $4,127 |
| Other Federal Grant | 9% | $1,413 |
| State or Local Grant |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 2% | $4,260 |
| Federal Loan | ||
| Other Loan | 2% | $4,260 |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Mountainland Applied Technology College:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blackfeet Community College | Browning, MT | 492 |
| 2 | Atlantic Union College | South Lancaster, MA | 691 |
| 3 | Grace University | Omaha, NE | 433 |
| 4 | Philander Smith College | Little Rock, AR | 587 |
| 5 | Williston State College | Williston, ND | 855 |
| 6 | Sinte Gleska University | Mission, SD | 1,012 |
| 7 | University of Great Falls | Great Falls, MT | 720 |
| 8 | Iowa Wesleyan College | Mount Pleasant, IA | 843 |
| 9 | Brescia University | Owensboro, KY | 622 |
| 10 | Silver Lake College | Manitowoc, WI | 853 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| < 1 year certificate | 337 | 18 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 118 | 12 |
| 2-4 year degree | 40 | 1 |
| Associate | 2 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 27 |
Students
Student enrollment was 606 in 2009-2010 (341 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 51% of the student body. About 20% 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)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Carpentry/Carpenter
- Electrician
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
- Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Services and Allied Professions
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Welding Technology/Welder
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Physical Therapist Assistant
TRANSPORTATION
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation