northeast texas community college is great for students of all ages! most students are parents, or older adults, who are also working full time and going to school full time. the teachers and staff are very understanding of this difficulty and are usually willing to work with students.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
for those that are not sure if ntcc is right for you, here's a few pro's and con's. most importantly, ntcc is one of the cheaper colleges in texas. and if you are a local resident, it is even cheaper! the school provides many scholarship programs and fundraisers for students. also, ntcc offers many clubs and sororities that could benefits those who plan to transfer later. my advice would be to become active in these groups to really enjoy a full college experience. one thing i would like to point out against ntcc is that there are students of all ages on campus, including high school students involved in the dual-credit program. although it is not a large issue, it is sort of an issue when a student wants to be a in a more mature setting in the classroom. although most teachers are great at controlling the classroom, some students still serve as a distraction to others.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
when i began my basics at ntcc, the workload was more or less moderate. the teachers were more involved with class discussion rather than lectures and test. but as i advanced into the more difficult sciences, the workload has increased simply because of overdose of information. and although more homework and studying is required for these classes
Describe the dorm life at your college.
ntcc has recently added on new dorms as well as a new fitness center. since the college is mostly populated by locals, there is not much demand for student housing on campus. the school does require those involved in sports to live in the dorms, but all other student may live in the dorms or in the surrounding area.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
the college has a dining and recreational area known as the sub or student union building. the sub serves breakfast and lunch monday thru thursday, and provides a buffet for all students and guest. there is also enough seating for students inside the sub, as well as picnic tables set up outside the sub. the sub also offers vending machines with many selections.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
ntcc and its organizations are always eager to host events, concerts, and give out free food! these clubs host events such as the scare affair, college nights for those looking to transfer, and back to school celebrations. the college hosts many events for students to enjoy such as guest speakers, plays, art shows, local recitals, etc. in the whatley center. on top of these annual activities, the sub provides students with plenty of things to do daily. most events that involve student interaction and activities such as video games, pool, and air hockey take place in the sub. it is a great place to student to hang out during lunch and before or after classes and relax with follow students
Which types of students will excel at your college?
as mentioned earlier, students who are returning to school after a few years of working would be well suited at ntcc. the staff understands that working full time, raising a family, and going to school can be demanding. if this is more or less your situation, ntcc would be great for you!
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
campus safety is very important to the administration of ntcc. the school has security guards on campus during the day, and students are trying to encourage the school to provide security for night classes. i have on campus at night before and i did not feel as though i was in danger. also, the college is located in a small country town with a low crime rate so there is never a moment when i think that i am in danger at school.
northeast texas community college is great for students of all ages! most students are parents, or older adults, who are also working full time and going to school full time. the teachers and staff are very understanding of this difficulty and are usually willing to work with students.
for those that are not sure if ntcc is right for you, here's a few pro's and con's. most importantly, ntcc is one of the cheaper colleges in texas. and if you are a local resident, it is even cheaper! the school provides many scholarship programs and fundraisers for students. also, ntcc offers many clubs and sororities that could benefits those who plan to transfer later. my advice would be to become active in these groups to really enjoy a full college experience. one thing i would like to point out against ntcc is that there are students of all ages on campus, including high school students involved in the dual-credit program. although it is not a large issue, it is sort of an issue when a student wants to be a in a more mature setting in the classroom. although most teachers are great at controlling the classroom, some students still serve as a distraction to others.
when i began my basics at ntcc, the workload was more or less moderate. the teachers were more involved with class discussion rather than lectures and test. but as i advanced into the more difficult sciences, the workload has increased simply because of overdose of information. and although more homework and studying is required for these classes
ntcc has recently added on new dorms as well as a new fitness center. since the college is mostly populated by locals, there is not much demand for student housing on campus. the school does require those involved in sports to live in the dorms, but all other student may live in the dorms or in the surrounding area.
the college has a dining and recreational area known as the sub or student union building. the sub serves breakfast and lunch monday thru thursday, and provides a buffet for all students and guest. there is also enough seating for students inside the sub, as well as picnic tables set up outside the sub. the sub also offers vending machines with many selections.
ntcc and its organizations are always eager to host events, concerts, and give out free food! these clubs host events such as the scare affair, college nights for those looking to transfer, and back to school celebrations. the college hosts many events for students to enjoy such as guest speakers, plays, art shows, local recitals, etc. in the whatley center. on top of these annual activities, the sub provides students with plenty of things to do daily. most events that involve student interaction and activities such as video games, pool, and air hockey take place in the sub. it is a great place to student to hang out during lunch and before or after classes and relax with follow students
as mentioned earlier, students who are returning to school after a few years of working would be well suited at ntcc. the staff understands that working full time, raising a family, and going to school can be demanding. if this is more or less your situation, ntcc would be great for you!
campus safety is very important to the administration of ntcc. the school has security guards on campus during the day, and students are trying to encourage the school to provide security for night classes. i have on campus at night before and i did not feel as though i was in danger. also, the college is located in a small country town with a low crime rate so there is never a moment when i think that i am in danger at school.