Grand River Technical School
Grand River Technical School is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Chillicothe, MO. It offers 9 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (6/12/2015 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Grand River Technical School is Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $7,515. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician programs ($25,492). The length of the program is 1,080 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 Grand River Technical School.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | $7,515 | $1,900 | 1,080 Hours | 9 Months | $25,492 |
| 2 | Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | $7,000 | $568 | 1,080 Hours | 9 Months | $9,128 |
| 3 | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | $7,000 | - | 1,250 Hours | 11 Months | $4,986 |
| 4 | Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology | $7,000 | $654 | 1,080 Hours | 9 Months | $16,903 |
| 5 | Carpentry/Carpenter | $7,000 | $250 | 1,080 Hours | 9 Months | $9,248 |
| 6 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $7,000 | - | 1,080 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 65 students attended Grand River Technical School in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 14 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 3 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 5 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 38 (full-time) and 4 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Grand River Technical School is 89% and the retention rate is 84% at the school.
| Student Population | 65 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 89% |
| Number of Faculty | 17 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Grand River Technical School is $7,515
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
77% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,758 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $7,515 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,900 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,800 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,400 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,758 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Grand River Technical School offers 9 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks 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, 39 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 8 | 0 | 26 |
| Total | 9 | 0 | 39 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Grand River Technical School are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 39 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 13 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 26 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 13 completers |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | ✕ | 13 |
| Total | 13 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 4 completers |
| Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology | ✕ | 4 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Carpentry/Carpenter | ✕ | 3 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 13 completers |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 5 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 1 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 7 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 1 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 1 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 26 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 65 students have enrolled into Grand River Technical School. By gender, 51 male and 14 female students are attending the school.
There are 57 White (87.69%), 2 Black/African American (3.08%), 2 Hispanic (3.08%), and 6 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 65 | 51 | 14 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 57 | 43 | 14 |
| Two More | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1200 Fair St, Chillicothe, MO
- 660-646-3414
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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