Wichita Technical Institute
Wichita Technical Institute is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Wichita, KS. It offers 7 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (9/26/1971 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Wichita Technical Institute is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $18,000. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 60 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Wichita Technical Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $18,000 | $2,485 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | $18,400 | $4,105 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $13,584 |
| 3 | Network and System Administration/Administrator | $18,400 | $2,851 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $15,670 |
| 4 | Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | $23,000 | $4,553 | 74 Hours | 15 Months | $15,883 |
| 5 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $12,600 | $2,055 | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $14,974 |
| 6 | Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | $18,000 | $1,220 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $18,409 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 907 students attended Wichita Technical Institute in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 37 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 16 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 100 (full-time) and 26 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Wichita Technical Institute is 43% and the retention rate is 60% at the school.
| Student Population | 907 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 43% |
| Number of Faculty | 53 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 22 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Wichita Technical Institute is $18,000
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
71% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,423 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,000 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,485 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,200 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,040 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,423 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Wichita Technical Institute offers 6 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, 540 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 540 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 540 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Wichita Technical Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 540 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 64 completers |
| Network and System Administration/Administrator | ✕ | 64 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 259 completers |
| Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 32 |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 227 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 217 completers |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✕ | 40 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 138 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 39 |
| Total | 540 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 907 students have enrolled into Wichita Technical Institute. By gender, 536 male and 371 female students are attending the school.
There are 466 White (51.38%), 168 Black/African American (18.52%), 145 Hispanic (15.99%), 19 Asian (2.09%), and 244 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 907 | 536 | 371 |
| American Indian/Native American | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| Asian | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Black/African American | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Hispanic | 145 | 89 | 56 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| White | 466 | 278 | 188 |
| Two More | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Un-Known | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 2051 South Meridian, Wichita, KS
- 316-943-2241
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information