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Thomas Nelson Community College, also referred to as TNCC, is a two-year, coeducational college located in South-eastern Virginia. The construction of the main building began in August 1967. The cornerstone of TNCC was laid in December 1967. The college was named after Thomas Nelson, an American soldier, planter, politician, and signer of the Declaration of Independence.
The departments at Thomas Nelson Community College include the following:
- Communications and Humanities
- Information Technology
- Mathematics, Engineering, and Technologies
- Media Design and Production Services
- Nursing
- Workforce Training and Continuing Education
The student body of TNCC is cosmopolitan in nature with Whites, Blacks, Native Americans, Asians, Hispanics, and people from a few other minority races as members.
The College sponsors various sports including basketball, tennis, and basketball.
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Campus Location99 Thomas Nelson Drive
Hampton, VA 23666
USA
Main Tel: (757) 825-2700
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Thomas Nelson Community College HighlightsWhere Thomas Nelson Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in therapy and counseling, business and management, and engineering technician.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
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 | 699 | 22 | | < 1 year certificate | 255 | 1 | | 1-2 year certificate | 141 | 9 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Thomas Nelson Community College was 9,368 in 2007 (5,079 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 | $ 2,426 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,680 | | Books and supplies | $ 850 |
Financial Aid: Thomas Nelson 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 | | 2 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 106 |
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 (190 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Management Information Systems
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS (5 awarded) - Visual and Performing Arts
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (31 awarded) - Special Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING (13 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (107 awarded) - Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (30 awarded) - Public Administration and Social Service Professions
LIBERAL ARTS (163 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Social Sciences
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (24 awarded) - Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDIA (28 awarded) - Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (112 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Optometric Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (57 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (17 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
SCIENCE (47 awarded) - Biological and Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (16 awarded) - Security and Protective Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (255 awarded) - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
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