South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Weslaco, TX. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1982 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2024 tuition and fees is $20,663. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). The length of the program is 57 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $20,663 | - | 57 Hours | 10 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $19,735 | - | 51 Hours | 10 Months | $16,239 |
| 3 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $24,520 | - | 68 Hours | 15 Months | $16,730 |
| 4 | Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | $15,810 | - | 42 Hours | 8 Months | $13,812 |
| 6 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $21,040 | - | 60 Hours | 13 Months | $16,239 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 409 students attended South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 16 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 27 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco is 71% and the retention rate is 81% at the school.
| Student Population | 409 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 71% |
| Number of Faculty | 17 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 26 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco is $20,663
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
94% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,672 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $20,663 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,260 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $12,330 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,672 |
Offered Certificate Programs
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco offers 4 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, 245 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 20 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 225 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 245 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 245 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 20 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 225 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 20 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 20 |
| Total | 20 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 113 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 113 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 112 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 36 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 76 |
| Total | 225 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 409 students have enrolled into South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco. By gender, 182 male and 227 female students are attending the school.
There are 19 White (4.65%), 3 Black/African American (0.73%), 382 Hispanic (93.40%), and 386 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 409 | 182 | 227 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 382 | 170 | 212 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| White | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Two More | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400, Weslaco, TX
- 956-969-1564
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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