Perry Technical Institute
Perry Technical Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Yakima, WA. It offers 14 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 (9/28/1969 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Perry Technical Institute is Electrician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $51,756. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Electrician programs ($15,963). The length of the program is 3,000 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 24 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Perry Technical Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | $51,756 | $4,585 | 3,000 Hours | 24 Months | $15,963 |
| 2 | Instrumentation Technology/Technician | $49,012 | $4,660 | 2,688 Hours | 24 Months | $13,824 |
| 3 | Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology | $47,386 | $2,695 | 2,520 Hours | 24 Months | $24,185 |
| 4 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $47,791 | $3,840 | 2,872 Hours | 24 Months | $14,851 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $23,462 | $4,101 | 1,344 Hours | 12 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Welding Technology/Welder | $25,438 | $2,200 | 1,344 Hours | 12 Months | $10,695 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,072 students attended Perry Technical Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 61 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 6 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 146 (full-time) and 10 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Perry Technical Institute is 79% and the retention rate is 84% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,072 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 79% |
| Number of Faculty | 67 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Perry Technical Institute is $51,756
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
78% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $9,287 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $51,756 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $4,585 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $45,191 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $12,385 |
| Average Financial Amount | $9,287 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Perry Technical Institute offers 12 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks 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, 443 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 | 47 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 8 | 0 | 223 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 173 |
| Total | 12 | 0 | 443 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Perry Technical Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 443 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 47 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 223 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 173 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 47 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 47 |
| Total | 47 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology | ✕ | 27 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 28 completers |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 28 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 43 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 43 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 44 completers |
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | ✕ | 11 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 33 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 59 completers |
| Medical Office Management/Administration | ✕ | 26 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 33 |
| Total | 223 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 56 completers |
| Instrumentation Technology/Technician | ✕ | 56 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 82 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 82 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 35 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 35 |
| Total | 173 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,072 students have enrolled into Perry Technical Institute. By gender, 886 male and 186 female students are attending the school.
There are 299 White (27.89%), 4 Black/African American (0.37%), 682 Hispanic (63.62%), 10 Asian (0.93%), and 754 students with other races. 12 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,072 | 886 | 186 |
| American Indian/Native American | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Asian | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 682 | 559 | 123 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| White | 299 | 253 | 46 |
| Two More | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Un-Known | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 12 | 10 | 2 |
Directory Information
- 2011 W Washington Ave., Yakima, WA
- 509-453-0374
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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