Big Bend Technical College
Big Bend Technical College is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Perry, FL. It offers 12 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (6/23/1993 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Big Bend Technical College is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2025 tuition and fees is $5,062. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). The length of the program is 1,050 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Big Bend Technical College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $5,062 | $156 | 1,050 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $4,764 | $2,805 | 1,350 Hours | 8 Months | $18,035 |
| 3 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $2,328 | $1,011 | 600 Hours | 8 Months | $4,480 |
| 6 | Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | $3,000 | $367 | 750 Hours | 6 Months | $9,128 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 201 students attended Big Bend Technical College in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 11 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 24 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Big Bend Technical College is 98% and the retention rate is 84% at the school.
| Student Population | 201 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 98% |
| Number of Faculty | 12 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Big Bend Technical College is $5,062
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
58% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $2,968 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $5,062 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $156 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,813 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $8,750 |
| Average Financial Amount | $2,968 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Big Bend Technical College offers 12 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 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, 104 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 7 | 0 | 68 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 36 |
| Total | 12 | 0 | 104 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Big Bend Technical College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 104 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 68 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 36 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Instrumentation Technology/Technician | ✕ | 10 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 20 completers |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 19 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 1 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 9 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 9 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 29 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 3 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 26 |
| Total | 68 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Instrumentation Technology/Technician | ✕ | 11 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 17 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 17 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 8 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 36 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 201 students have enrolled into Big Bend Technical College. By gender, 109 male and 92 female students are attending the school.
There are 137 White (68.16%), 40 Black/African American (19.90%), 12 Hispanic (5.97%), and 24 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 201 | 109 | 92 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Hispanic | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 137 | 82 | 55 |
| Two More | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3233 South Byron Butler Parkway, Perry, FL
- 850-838-2545
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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