Students attend Grand River Technical School in Chillicothe, MO, a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Grand River Technical School degrees go up to the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Grand River Technical School is known for its programs in mechanics and repair.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 78 students at Grand River Technical School (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are male.
More complete details are provided below.
Grand River Technical School
1200 Fair St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
General Phone: (660) 646-3414
http://www.grts.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 28 | autobody repair, diesel mechanics, electrical installation and repair, industrial mechanics, automobile mechanics |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 14 | EMT paramedic, health aide |
| Production Trades | 5 | welding |
| Office and Administration | 3 | general office occupations |
| Construction Trades | 3 | carpentry |
| Family and Social Work | 1 | child care provider |
Number of programs and degrees for Grand River Technical School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 51 | 10 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Grand River Technical School had a total enrollment of 78 students (78 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 88% |
| Women | 12% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 99% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 45% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 3% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 91% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Chillicothe, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 95 | 76 | 80% | 68 | 89% |
| Men | 84 | 66 | 79% | 60 | 91% |
| Women | 11 | 10 | 91% | 8 | 80% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,915 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,915 |
| Books and supplies | $ 405 |
Financial Aid:
Grand River Technical School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 553100)
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Health Aide
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Grand River Technical School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Offers part-time study
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