Apex Technical School
Apex Technical School is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Long Island City, NY. It offers 6 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (7/28/1968 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Apex Technical School is Electrician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,400. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Electrician programs ($15,963). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Apex Technical School.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | $18,400 | $491 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $15,963 |
| 2 | Plumbing Technology/Plumber | $17,216 | $590 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $10,940 |
| 3 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $18,379 | $451 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $14,851 |
| 4 | Welding Technology/Welder | $19,118 | $409 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $10,695 |
| 5 | Construction Trades | $17,411 | $580 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $9,843 |
| 6 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $17,447 | $642 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $16,505 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,400 students attended Apex Technical School in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 58 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 15 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 117 (full-time) and 18 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Apex Technical School is 78% and the retention rate is 69% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,400 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 78% |
| Number of Faculty | 73 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Apex Technical School is $18,400
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
60% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,510 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,400 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $491 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $8,183 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,478 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,510 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Apex Technical School offers 6 career programs for 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 1,218 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 1,218 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 1,218 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Apex Technical School are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 1,218 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 648 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 455 |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 193 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 291 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 196 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 95 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 139 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 139 |
| Total | 1,218 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,400 students have enrolled into Apex Technical School. By gender, 1,362 male and 38 female students are attending the school.
There are 90 White (6.43%), 379 Black/African American (27.07%), 451 Hispanic (32.21%), 83 Asian (5.93%), and 848 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,400 | 1,362 | 38 |
| American Indian/Native American | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| Asian | 83 | 79 | 4 |
| Black/African American | 379 | 365 | 14 |
| Hispanic | 451 | 440 | 11 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 90 | 88 | 2 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 384 | 377 | 7 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 24-02 Queens Plaza South, Long Island City, NY
- 212-645-3300
- School Website
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