Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 100140
- Phone: (301) 687-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
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96%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,186Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Business Administration Degree
The business administration program at Garrett College prepares students for careers in education, government, private business and retail. The program focuses on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Program courses include: management theory, humor resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer business administration degrees.
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Garrett College
Also known as Garrett Community College
101 Braddock Road, Frostburg, MD
Garrett College was founded as Garrett Community College in 1967. Located in McHenry, Maryland, the school is near the scenic Deep Creek Lake and is near several sports facilities. Garrett College provides Associate's degree programs for all interested in pursuing higher education and is one of few community colleges to offer on campus housing at one of its two dormitories.
Academics
Garrett College provides a wide variety of programs for transfer and vocational students. Transfer students to 4 year institutions from Garrett College typically outperform other students in the state of Maryland. All members of the faculty are credentialed and will meet with four year counterparts once a year to discuss educational trends.
Some programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
All students who are sixteen years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED. Interested students should fill out and submit the application and pay all necessary fees.
Garrett College offers financial aid assistance and suggests that all students fill out and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if they are eligible.
Athletics
Garrett College sports teams are known as the Lakers and the school participates in the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA).
Sports available are:
- Cross Country
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Baseball
- Softball
- Golf
Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Garrett College offers an associate's degree program in business administration.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 6 |
Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 3 |
White | 7 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Business Administration program at Garrett Community College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Chief Executives
Description
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024
General and Operations Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cumberland, MD-WV
- Total Employment: 420
- Average Hourly Rate: $42.32
- Average Annual Salary: $88020
Sales Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, sales managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cumberland, MD-WV
- Total Employment: 30
Administrative Services Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, administrative services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cumberland, MD-WV
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Hourly Rate: $40.86
- Average Annual Salary: $84980
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Garrett College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Garrett College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
Intercollegiate Athletics
Garrett Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Wrestling