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Quinsigamond Community College is a public, two-year academic institution located in Worcester, Massachusetts. It was established in 1963. The college enrolls more than 5,000 students annually. QCC offers more than 70 associates degrees and certification programs in diverse areas of study. Quinsaigamond offers more than 20 different majors to its students.
Quinsigamond College also has a Center for Continuing Education, which offers over 400 traditional workshops, online courses, seminars and customized training programs. The campus is home to several clubs and organizations like Asian American Student Organization, Latino Student Organization, Sign Language Club and Theatre Club.
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Campus Location670 W Boylston St
Worcester, MA 01606-2092
USA
Main Tel: (508) 853-2300
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Quinsigamond Community College HighlightsWhere Quinsigamond Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in engineering technician, security and law enforcement, and business and management.
- Large number of students.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- High faculty salary.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 575 | 30 | | 1-2 year certificate | 137 | 21 | | < 1 year certificate | 2 | 1 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Quinsigamond Community College was 6,654 in 2007 (4,322 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,521 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,465 | | Books and supplies | $ 720 |
Financial Aid: Quinsigamond 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 | | 74 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 36 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (115 awarded) - Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (28 awarded) - Computer Graphics
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (30 awarded) - Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (65 awarded) - Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
- Biomedical Technology/Technician
- Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Elect CAD/CADD
- Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (28 awarded) - Community Organization and Advocacy
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions
HOSPITALITY (12 awarded) - Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS (125 awarded) - General Studies
- Humanities/Humanistic Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (0 awarded) - Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (14 awarded) - Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (64 awarded) - Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Dental Services and Allied Professions
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (158 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (10 awarded) - Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (2 awarded) - Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (63 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Services Administration
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