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Great Plains Technology Center is located in a small city, in Lawton, OK. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Great Plains Technology Center top out at the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students.
Great Plains Technology Center maintains an open-admission policy.
The school offers classes to 360 students (521 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Great Plains Technology Center
4500 W Lee Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505-8399
General Phone: (580) 355-6371
http://www.gptech.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 58 | licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 43 | respiratory care tech, surgical tech, radiation therapist |
| Mechanics and Repair | 32 | computer repair, HVAC, diesel mechanics, automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics, autobody repair |
| Construction Trades | 20 | electrician, carpentry, property management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 8 | computer networking |
| Business and Management | 7 | business and related services |
| Engineering Technician | 5 | drafting |
| Production Trades | 5 | welding |
| Medical Administration | 4 | medical records tech |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 4 | chef training |
| Media | 4 | printing equipment operation |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 2 | criminal justice and administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Great Plains Technology Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 140 | 16 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 43 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 9 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Great Plains Technology Center had a total enrollment of 360 students (521 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 55% |
| Black | 21% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 12% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 9% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 84 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lawton, Oklahoma for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oklahoma Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Great Plains Technology Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1071700)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Great Plains Technology Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% |  |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (for open-admission colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study
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