Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2024 tuition & fees of the largest programs at Great Plains Technology Center with program length and completion time.
2024 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at Great Plains Technology Center
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training $4,963$1,4381388 Contact Hours12 Months $18,035
2Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician $2,500$501000 Contact Hours9 Months $16,505
3Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications $2,500$3001000 Contact Hours9 Months -
4Surgical Technology/Technologist $2,963$8001183 Contact Hours9 Months $28,401
5Welding Technology/Welder $2,500$3001000 Contact Hours9 Months $10,695
6Culinary Arts and Related Services (other) $2,500$501000 Contact Hours9 Months $43,463

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program which is the largest program at Great Plains Technology Center.

2024 Living Costs

The 2024 average living costs is $17,894 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at Great Plains Technology Centerhas increased by 3.94% from last year.
The following table and chart show the 2024 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at Great Plains Technology Center.
Living Costs Trends
Great Plains Technology Center 2024 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2020$12,456$3,636
2021$12,564$4,008
2022$12,604$3,968
2023$13,053$4,163
2024$13,570$4,324
Living Costs Trends Chart