University Of Montana-Helena College Of Technology
Location and Contact Information
1115 N Roberts StreetHelena, MT 59601
USA
Main Tel: (406) 444-6800
Web Site
The campus is in a self-contained town.
Overview
The University of Montana Helena’s College of Technology was previously known as the Helena College of Technology and the Helena Vocational-Technical Center. The college was established in 1939, and no offers associate's degrees in arts, science and applied science. It also offers technical proficiency certificates in various fields. Community education is also organized by Montana Tech.
The University of Montana Helena’s College of Technology’s Student Senate organizes various activities and events, including the Student Senate Elections, Participation in Graduation and Leadership and Decision-Making Workshops.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in office and administration, production trades, and security and law enforcement.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- 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 | $ 3,041 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,037 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid
UMH participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 71% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 71% | $3,017 |
| Institutional Grant | 11% | $2,086 |
| Federal Grant | 45% | $3,779 |
| Pell Grant | 45% | $3,586 |
| Other Federal Grant | 7% | $1,156 |
| State or Local Grant | 15% | $1,445 |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 53% | $6,417 |
| Federal Loan | 53% | $6,417 |
| Other Loan |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to University Of Montana-Helena College Of Technology:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grays Harbor College | Aberdeen, WA | 2,330 |
| 2 | Cleveland State Community College | Cleveland, TN | 3,335 |
| 3 | East Central College | Union, MO | 3,591 |
| 4 | Ranger College | Ranger, TX | 894 |
| 5 | Three Rivers Community College | Poplar Bluff, MO | 3,114 |
| 6 | Terra State Community College | Fremont, OH | 2,659 |
| 7 | Jefferson State Community College | Birmingham, AL | 8,298 |
| 8 | Alabama Southern Community College | Monroeville, AL | 1,316 |
| 9 | Danville Area Community College | Danville, IL | 2,722 |
| 10 | Gadsden State Community College | Gadsden, AL | 5,803 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 121 | 13 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 52 | 8 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 12 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 17 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 6 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,180 in 2009-2010 (806 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 59% of the student body. About 13% 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)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Programming/Programmer
DESIGN
- Interior Design
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
- General Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Precision Metal Working
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician