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Skagit Valley College is a 2-year public community college located in northwest Washington. It was founded in 1926 and offers enrollment to more than 6,000 students every year. The college grants technical degrees, academic transfer degrees and certificates in a wide variety of subjects. Several online courses are also available for the benefit of the students.
SVC operates 2 campuses and 3 centers, including:
- Business Resource Center
- Mount Vernon Campus
- San Juan Center
- South Whidbey Center
- Whidbey Island Campus
Skagit Valley College encourages involvement in campus life through activities, athletics and student organizations. The Asian Pacific Islanders Club, Art & Literary Journal, Black Diamond Ski and Ride Club, Calling All Colors, Environmental Conservation Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Science Club, Skagit Literary Society and Visual Arts Club are among the numerous student clubs and organizations sanctioned by this college. The athletics department fields men’s and women’s teams in baseball, golf, cross country, basketball, soccer, tennis, softball and volleyball.
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Campus Location2405 E. College Way
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
USA
Main Tel: (360) 416-7600
Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
Skagit Valley College HighlightsWhere Skagit Valley College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts and security and law enforcement.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Large number of students.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 526 | 25 | | 1-2 year certificate | 141 | 20 | | < 1 year certificate | 93 | 15 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Skagit Valley College was 5,727 in 2007 (3,463 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. 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 | $ 2,802 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,189 | | Room and board | $ 7,800 | | Books and supplies | $ 900 | | Other | $ 3,600 |
Financial Aid: Skagit Valley 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 | | 94 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 15 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 15 |
Housing and MealsSkagit Valley College provides on-campus housing for 136 of its 3,463 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (58 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business/Commerce
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Vehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (29 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (4 awarded) - Natural Resources/Conservation
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (7 awarded) - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (22 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (4 awarded) - Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
LAW (16 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (310 awarded) - Geography
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (45 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (7 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (25 awarded) - Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (105 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (31 awarded) - Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
- Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES (13 awarded) - Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE (14 awarded) SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (60 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Fire Protection
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Security and Protective Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (10 awarded) - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
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