Southern Missouri Technical Institute
Southern Missouri Technical Institute is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in West Plains, MO. It offers 7 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/22/2014 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Southern Missouri Technical Institute is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $16,000. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,474 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 Southern Missouri Technical Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $16,000 | $1,000 | 1,474 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $14,000 | $1,000 | 1,156 Hours | 12 Months | $28,401 |
| 3 | $15,000 | - | 1,175 Hours | 12 Months | - | |
| 4 | Welding Technology/Welder | $7,000 | - | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 5 | Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | $7,000 | - | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $19,138 |
| 6 | Commercial and Advertising Art | $7,000 | - | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $11,485 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 90 students attended Southern Missouri Technical Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 12 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 20 (full-time) and 5 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Southern Missouri Technical Institute is 83% and the retention rate is 89% at the school.
| Student Population | 90 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 83% |
| Number of Faculty | 14 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Southern Missouri Technical Institute is $16,000
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
82% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $7,145 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,000 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,000 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $15,675 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,235 |
| Average Financial Amount | $7,145 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Southern Missouri Technical Institute offers 7 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, 54 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 7 | 0 | 54 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 54 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Southern Missouri Technical Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 54 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 3 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 9 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 9 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 32 completers |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | ✕ | 13 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 19 |
| Total | 54 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 90 students have enrolled into Southern Missouri Technical Institute. By gender, 44 male and 46 female students are attending the school.
There are 87 White (96.67%), 2 Hispanic (2.22%), and 3 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Two More | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 407 W. Thornburgh, West Plains, MO
- 417-256-6152
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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