Meridian Technology Center
Meridian Technology Center is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Stillwater, OK. It offers 42 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by (6/27/1979 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Meridian Technology Center is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2024 tuition and fees is $1,800. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). The length of the program is 600 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 5 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Meridian Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $1,800 | $901 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $4,500 | $526 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $4,600 | $1,751 | 1,463 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 4 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $3,105 | $81 | 945 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
| 5 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $1,800 | $637 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $4,480 |
| 6 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $3,150 | $463 | 1,050 Hours | 9 Months | $14,851 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 806 students attended Meridian Technology Center in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 128 (full-time) and 25 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Meridian Technology Center is 60% and the retention rate is 79% at the school.
| Student Population | 806 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 60% |
| Number of Faculty | 9 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Meridian Technology Center is $1,800
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
35% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,772 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $1,800 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $901 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $6,655 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,440 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,772 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Meridian Technology Center offers 42 career programs for Less than 1-Year 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, 429 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 | 252 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 21 | 0 | 167 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 42 | 0 | 429 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Meridian Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 429 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 252 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 167 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 10 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | ✕ | 10 |
| Total | 10 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 806 students have enrolled into Meridian Technology Center. By gender, 428 male and 378 female students are attending the school.
There are 508 White (63.03%), 24 Black/African American (2.98%), 32 Hispanic (3.97%), 14 Asian (1.74%), and 259 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 806 | 428 | 378 |
| American Indian/Native American | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Asian | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Black/African American | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Hispanic | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 508 | 272 | 236 |
| Two More | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Un-Known | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1312 South Sangre Road, Stillwater, OK
- 405-377-3333
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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