New England Institute of Technology Description:

The New England Institute of Technology (New England Tech) has a brand new campus in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, located about 15 minutes from the old campus in Warwick. New England Tech is an open-admissions institution that offers over 35 associate's and bachelor's degree programs. Programs range from trade fields like plumbing and automotive repair to some more unusual fields like veterinary technology and game development.

With a quarter system for classes, the school allows students to earn an associate's degree in as little as 18 months and a bachelor's degree in three years. Classes begin four times a year, and students can join at anytime. The New England Tech curriculum balances analytical skills with hands-on training in technical fields, and academics are supported by a 16 to 1 student / faculty ratio.

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Admissions Data (2013):

• New England Tech is an open admissions institution
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
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Enrollment (2013):

• Total Enrollment: 2,933 (32,860 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 69% Male / 31% Female
• 84% Full-time

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Costs (2013 - 14):

• Tuition and Fees: $21,285
• Books: $1,535 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $7,135
• Other Expenses: $4,748
• Total Cost: $34,703

New England Institute of Technology Financial Aid (2012 - 13):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 91%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 70%
  • Loans: 79%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $4,813
  • Loans: $10,218

Most Popular Majors:

Architectural Building Engineering Technology, Business Management Technology, Digital Recording Arts Technology, Network Engineering Technology, Software Engineering Technology

Graduation and Retention Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): -
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 51%

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

New England Institute of Technology Mission Statement:

mission statement from https://www.neit.edu/index.cfm?pg=136&pgtitle=Mission-Statement

"The mission of New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is to provide specialized associate, bachelor, and master degree programs which prepare students for careers in technology. Through the combination of technical courses and an integrated liberal arts core, the programs emphasize the relevance of continuous learning to personal and professional growth. Upon successful completion, graduates are prepared to enter the workforce or to continue their education. As an extension of the primary mission, NEIT offers the opportunity to pursue technological studies to satisfy personal interests.

As an institution primarily devoted to teaching and through its open admission policy, NEIT provides opportunities for students from diverse educational backgrounds and with varying levels of ability to study in a variety of technological fields."