Great Plains Technology Center
Great Plains Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Lawton, OK. It offers 21 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (9/19/2016 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Great Plains Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $5,349. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,388 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Great Plains Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $5,349 | $670 | 1,388 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $2,550 | $100 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
| 3 | Welding Technology/Welder | $2,550 | $100 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Fire Science/Fire-fighting | $1,797 | $1,340 | 705 Hours | 6 Months | $3,136 |
| 5 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $3,022 | $1,815 | 1,185 Hours | 9 Months | $28,401 |
| 6 | Cooking and Related Culinary Arts | $2,550 | $100 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $11,770 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 314 students attended Great Plains Technology Center in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 71 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 116 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 180 (full-time) and 161 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Great Plains Technology Center is 95% and the retention rate is 73% at the school.
| Student Population | 314 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 95% |
| Number of Faculty | 187 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 4 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Great Plains Technology Center is $5,349
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
36% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,512 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $5,349 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $670 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $14,375 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,600 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,512 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Great Plains Technology Center offers 21 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 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, 223 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 19 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 16 | 0 | 204 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 21 | 0 | 223 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Great Plains Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 223 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 19 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 204 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | ✕ | 19 |
| Total | 19 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Carpentry/Carpenter | ✕ | 0 |
| Electrician | ✕ | 0 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 314 students have enrolled into Great Plains Technology Center. By gender, 160 male and 154 female students are attending the school.
There are 144 White (45.86%), 77 Black/African American (24.52%), 51 Hispanic (16.24%), 8 Asian (2.55%), and 83 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 314 | 160 | 154 |
| American Indian/Native American | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Asian | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Black/African American | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Hispanic | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| White | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 4500 W Lee Blvd, Lawton, OK
- 580-355-6371
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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