Reid State Technical College
Location and Contact Information
I65 and Hwy 83Evergreen, AL 36401
USA
Main Tel: (251) 578-1313
Web Site
The campus is in a quiet rural area.
Overview
The Alabama State Legislature founded Reid State Technical College, RSTC, in 1963 through a State statute. The college was established with the intent of providing local citizens with access to quality postsecondary education which would help create a trained work force for the area's employers, and assist in economic development. The main campus began on a 26-acre plot of land. Later RSTC established an off-site campus in Atmore.
Reid State Technical College offers certificates, diplomas and associate degree programs. Programs include building construction technology, computer information systems, office administration, and health careers and human services. Distance learning options are also available. The college maintains a placement office that helps current and former RSTC students find desired employment.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in family and social work, office and administration, mechanics and repair, beauty and cosmetology, and transportation.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- High faculty salary.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- 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.
- The school offers a faculty tenure system.
- 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)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,790 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,920 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid
Reid State participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 94% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 94% | $3,723 |
| Institutional Grant | 37% | $1,864 |
| Federal Grant | 62% | $3,056 |
| Pell Grant | 62% | $3,056 |
| Other Federal Grant | ||
| State or Local Grant | 60% | $1,527 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | ||
| Federal Loan | ||
| Other Loan |
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Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Reid State Technical College:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gateway Community and Technical College | Covington, KY | 3,477 |
| 2 | San Diego State University-Imperial Valley Campus | Calexico, CA | 971 |
| 3 | Central Maine Community College | Auburn, ME | 2,500 |
| 4 | York County Community College | Wells, ME | 1,054 |
| 5 | Northwest Louisiana Technical College-Natchitoches Campus | Natchitoches, LA | 352 |
| 6 | Haywood Community College | Clyde, NC | 2,305 |
| 7 | Fort Peck Community College | Poplar, MT | 436 |
| 8 | United Tribes Technical College | Bismarck, ND | 375 |
| 9 | Mesalands Community College | Tucumcari, NM | 944 |
| 10 | Zane State College | Zanesville, OH | 2,224 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 year certificate | 79 | 8 |
| < 1 year certificate | 61 | 10 |
| Associate | 54 | 5 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 18 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 8 |
Students
Student enrollment was 610 in 2009-2010 (604 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 50% of the student body. About 16% 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 and Related Personal Grooming Arts
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer and Information Sciences
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Carpentry/Carpenter
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation