Northwest Technology Center-Alva
Northwest Technology Center-Alva is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Alva, OK. It offers 9 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by (4/26/1989 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Northwest Technology Center-Alva is Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping and the 2024 tuition and fees is $1,920. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping programs ($10,253). The length of the program is 960 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Northwest Technology Center-Alva.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | $1,920 | $480 | 960 Hours | 9 Months | $10,253 |
| 2 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $1,920 | $555 | 960 Hours | 9 Months | $4,480 |
| 3 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $1,920 | $530 | 960 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
| 4 | Welding Technology/Welder | $1,920 | $630 | 960 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 5 | Graphic Design | $1,920 | $480 | 960 Hours | 9 Months | $12,844 |
| 6 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $2,926 | $4,453 | 1,463 Hours | 11 Months | $18,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 261 students attended Northwest Technology Center-Alva in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 19 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 42 (full-time).
The graduation rate of Northwest Technology Center-Alva is 67% and the retention rate is 77% at the school.
| Student Population | 261 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 67% |
| Number of Faculty | 19 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Northwest Technology Center-Alva is $1,920
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
12% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,557 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $1,920 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $480 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,263 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,514 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,557 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Northwest Technology Center-Alva offers 9 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, 118 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 9 | 0 | 118 |
| Total | 9 | 0 | 118 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Northwest Technology Center-Alva are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 118 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 0 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 12 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 27 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 11 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Graphic Design | ✕ | 5 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 59 completers |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | ✕ | 0 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 5 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 54 |
| Business | ✕ | 4 completers |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | ✕ | 4 |
| Total | 118 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 261 students have enrolled into Northwest Technology Center-Alva. By gender, 125 male and 136 female students are attending the school.
There are 194 White (74.33%), 2 Black/African American (0.77%), 43 Hispanic (16.48%), 1 Asian (0.38%), and 64 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 261 | 125 | 136 |
| American Indian/Native American | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Asian | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Two More | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Un-Known | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1801 11th St, Alva, OK
- 580-327-0344
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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