Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Ardmore, OK. It offers 28 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 Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2024 tuition and fees is $3,400. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,350 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 17 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $3,400 | $3,113 | 1,350 Hours | 17 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $1,525 | $386 | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $3,775 | - | 1,500 Hours | 15 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $1,525 | $207 | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $16,505 |
| 5 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $1,338 | $166 | 525 Hours | 10 Months | $16,239 |
| 6 | Carpentry/Carpenter | $1,525 | $609 | 600 Hours | 10 Months | $9,248 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 563 students attended Southern Oklahoma Technology Center in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 28 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 81 (full-time) and 15 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is 68% and the retention rate is 87% at the school.
| Student Population | 563 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 68% |
| Number of Faculty | 29 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Southern Oklahoma Technology Center is $3,400
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
22% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,604 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $3,400 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $3,113 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $30,100 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,069 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,604 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center offers 28 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, 418 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 | 354 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 8 | 0 | 64 |
| Total | 28 | 0 | 418 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 418 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 354 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 64 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 17 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 15 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 2 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Automation Engineer Technology/Technician | ✕ | 6 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 1 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 1 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist | ✕ | 5 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 34 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 3 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 31 |
| Total | 64 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 563 students have enrolled into Southern Oklahoma Technology Center. By gender, 274 male and 289 female students are attending the school.
There are 267 White (47.42%), 23 Black/African American (4.09%), 55 Hispanic (9.77%), 3 Asian (0.53%), and 270 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 563 | 274 | 289 |
| American Indian/Native American | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Asian | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Hispanic | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Two More | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Un-Known | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 2610 Sam Noble Parkway, Ardmore, OK
- 580-223-2070
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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