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Pensacola Junior College
Pensacola Junior College, also known as PJC, is a community college located in Pensacola, Florida, United States. It was established 1948 and was the first institute of higher learning in the town. PJC offers more than 100 majors and areas of study, along with the latest high-tech resources and many exciting opportunities for students.
The College offers associate degrees, vocational certifications, and an adult high school. It enrolls more than 25,000 students every year. PJC operates WSRE, the main PBS station in Pensacola. Their athletic teams compete in various sports. Their official mascot is a Pirate.
Many students of the college have become famous. Some notable alumni of PJC are are Jerry L. Maygarden, former member of the Florida House of Representatives; Victoria Zdrok, Playboy Playmate, writer; and Joel Anthony, former basketball player for the National Basketball Association.
Campus Location1000 College Blvd The campus is in a small city. |
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 1,530 | 37 |
| < 1 year certificate | 267 | 16 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 173 | 16 |
| 2-4 year degree | 1 |
Students
Student enrollment was 10,728 in 2007-2008 (7,638 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 |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,796 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,757 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid: Pensacola Junior College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Truckee Meadows Community College | Reno, NV | 12,166 |
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| 5 | Tacoma Community College | Tacoma, WA | 5,811 |
| 6 | Clark College | Vancouver, WA | 9,705 |
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| 10 | Central Piedmont Community College | Charlotte, NC | 18,052 |
Faculty
Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 151 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 46 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 20 |
Housing and Meals
On-campus housing is not available.
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Highlights
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Pensacola Junior College Highlights
- Many students concentrating in liberal arts and medical adminstration.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- High female/male ratio.
- Unusually high availability of athletic financial aid.
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.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
- Animal Sciences
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
- Barbering/Barber
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Accounting and Related Services
- Business Administration and Management
- Management Information Systems and Services
- Management Information Systems
- Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- Forest Management/Forest Resources Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Carpentry/Carpenter
- Electrician
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
- Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
- Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
- Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
HOSPITALITY
- Hospitality Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
LAW
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
- Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician and Assistant
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Blood Bank Technology Specialist
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
- Dietitian Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Commercial and Advertising Art
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
- Physical Therapist Assistant
Selected Careers of Interest
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- EMT And Paramedics
- Architectural And Civil Drafters
- Bookkeeping And Accounting Clerks
- Database Administrators
- Dental Hygienists
- Electrical And Electronic Technicians
- Hairdressers And Cosmetologists
- Licensed Practical And Licensed Vocational Nurses
- Manicurists And Pedicurists
- Massage Therapists
- Mechanical Drafters
- Medical Records And Health Information Technicians
- Network And Communications Analysts
- Network And Systems Administrators
- Paralegals And Legal Assistants
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Radiation Therapists
- Registered Nurses
- Software Engineers For Systems
- Surgical Technologists
- Systems Analysts
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