Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Ardmore, OK. It offers 26 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by (8/23/1978 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $3,400. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,350 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 17 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $3,400 | - | 1,350 Hours | 17 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $3,775 | - | 1,500 Hours | 20 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $1,525 | - | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Network and System Administration/Administrator | $1,525 | - | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $15,670 |
| 5 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $1,525 | - | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $4,480 |
| 6 | Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | $2,650 | - | 1,050 Hours | 20 Months | $19,138 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 679 students attended Southern Oklahoma Technology Center in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 33 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 3 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 102 (full-time) and 7 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is 83% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 679 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 83% |
| Number of Faculty | 36 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is $3,400
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
21% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,884 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $3,400 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $21,541 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $12,697 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,884 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center offers 26 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, 498 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 20 | 0 | 465 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 33 |
| Total | 26 | 0 | 498 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 498 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 465 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 33 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 8 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 3 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 19 |
| Total | 33 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 679 students have enrolled into Southern Oklahoma Technology Center. By gender, 358 male and 321 female students are attending the school.
There are 297 White (43.74%), 15 Black/African American (2.21%), 71 Hispanic (10.46%), 5 Asian (0.74%), and 361 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 679 | 358 | 321 |
| American Indian/Native American | 75 | 50 | 25 |
| Asian | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Hispanic | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| White | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Two More | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Un-Known | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 2610 Sam Noble Parkway, Ardmore, OK
- 580-223-2070
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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