Pulaski Technical College

Location and Contact Information

The campus is in a small city.

Overview

Pulaski Technical College is a comprehensive community/ technical college located in North Little Rock, Arkansas. It was established in 1945. Pulaski Tech offers more than 50 associates degree and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. PTC offers Associate of Arts degrees, Associate of Arts in Teaching degrees, Associate of Science degrees and Associate of Applied Science degrees to its students.

Pulaski Tech's main campus is spread across an area of 40 acres. The campus is home to several student clubs and organizations, including Student Government Association, Phi Theta Kappa, SkillsUSA and Metro Student Ministry.

Highlights (vs. Other Schools)

• Many students concentrating in liberal arts, mechanics and repair, and office and administration.
• Large number of students.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• High female/male ratio.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Racially diverse student body.

School characteristics:

• The school is public.
• Academic calender: Semester.
• Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.

Features of note:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
• There are one or more libraries on-campus.
• Distance learning is available.
• Weekend study is an option.
• Part-time classes are available.

Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)

Financial Aid

Pulaski Technical College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

In 2009-2010, 85% of students received financial aid of some sort.

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Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)

Faculty

Tenure (2009-2010):

Students

Student enrollment was 9,090 in 2009-2010 (6,644 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students under 25 years old represent 42% of the student body. About 15% 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 (32 awarded)

• Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
• Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
• Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (97 awarded)

• Accounting
• Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
• Management Information Systems

CONSTRUCTION TRADES (8 awarded)

• Construction Trades

COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (15 awarded)

• Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
• Culinary Arts and Related Services
• Culinary Arts/Chef Training

EDUCATION AND TEACHING (6 awarded)

• Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

ENGINEERING (3 awarded)

• Military Technologies

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (14 awarded)

• Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
• Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
• Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
• Industrial Technology/Technician
• Manufacturing Technology/Technician

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (47 awarded)

• Child Development

HOSPITALITY (0 awarded)

• Hospitality Administration/Management

LAW (10 awarded)

• Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
• Legal Assistant/Paralegal

LIBERAL ARTS (818 awarded)

• General Studies
• Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
• Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies

MECHANICS AND REPAIR (164 awarded)

• Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
• Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/Technician
• Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
• Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
• Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
• Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
• Engine Machinist
• Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
• Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
• Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
• Parts & Warehousing Operations/Maintenance Technology/Technician
• Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (29 awarded)

• Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (35 awarded)

• Dental Assisting/Assistant
• Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (7 awarded)

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
• Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (15 awarded)

• Occupational Therapist Assistant

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (86 awarded)

• Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services
• General Office Occupations and Clerical Services

PRODUCTION TRADES (46 awarded)

• Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
• Welding Technology/Welder

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (4 awarded)

• Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
• Forensic Science and Technology

TRANSPORTATION (1 awarded)

• Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
• Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation