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Altus, OK is home to Southwest Technology Center. Altus is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Southwest Technology Center go up to the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in office and administration, computer science and engineering, construction trades, and mechanics and repair.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
Southwest Technology Center has 186 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"We serve individuals, business and industry through flexible, quality training, thus enhancing the economy and quality of life in our communities."
More complete details are provided below.
Southwest Technology Center
711 W Tamarack
Altus, OK 73521
General Phone: (580) 477-2250
http://www.swtc.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 31 | automobile mechanics, aircraft maintenance, electrical installation and repair, electrical maintenance and repair |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 18 | licensed practical nurse |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 13 | computer support, computer and info science |
| Construction Trades | 12 | construction trades, property management |
| Office and Administration | 8 | administrative assistant |
| Medicine | 4 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Southwest Technology Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 86 | 11 |
In 2007-2008, Southwest Technology Center had a total enrollment of 186 students (187 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 27% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 41% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 3% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
| Part-Time | 97 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 76% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Altus, 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:
Southwest Technology Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3008700)
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
Construction Trades, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southwest Technology Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study
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