Western Technology Center
Western Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Burns Flat, OK. It offers 31 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 Western Technology Center is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $3,850. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 14 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Western Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $3,850 | $225 | 1,500 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $2,575 | $450 | 1,030 Hours | 10 Months | $10,695 |
| 3 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $2,305 | $465 | 922 Hours | 10 Months | $4,480 |
| 4 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $2,525 | $180 | 1,010 Hours | 10 Months | $14,851 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $2,488 | $200 | 995 Hours | 10 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | $2,438 | $132 | 975 Hours | 10 Months | $19,138 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 532 students attended Western Technology Center in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 36 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 26 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 97 (full-time) and 58 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Western Technology Center is 74% and the retention rate is 96% at the school.
| Student Population | 532 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 74% |
| Number of Faculty | 62 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Western Technology Center is $3,850
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
18% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,457 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $3,850 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $225 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $18,326 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $14,393 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,457 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Western Technology Center offers 31 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, 231 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 9 | 0 | 38 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 22 | 0 | 193 |
| Total | 31 | 0 | 231 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Western Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 231 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 38 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 193 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Communications Technologies | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Recording Arts Technology/Technician | ✕ | 1 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects | ✕ | 5 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | ✕ | 2 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef | ✕ | 0 |
| Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant | ✕ | 11 |
| Education | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Teacher Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 6 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Design and Visual Communications | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Medical Reception/Receptionist | ✕ | 0 |
| Business | ✕ | 13 completers |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✕ | 13 |
| Total | 38 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 532 students have enrolled into Western Technology Center. By gender, 271 male and 261 female students are attending the school.
There are 308 White (57.89%), 7 Black/African American (1.32%), 161 Hispanic (30.26%), 1 Asian (0.19%), and 216 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 532 | 271 | 261 |
| American Indian/Native American | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Asian | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 308 | 162 | 146 |
| Two More | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 621 Sooner Drive, Burns Flat, OK
- 580-562-3181
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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