C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

2-Year Public
📍 Wichita, Kansas 67226
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 36%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,655
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,356
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology ▼

49% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$333,208
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,239
1-Year Change
+4.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,679
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,617
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
43.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
22.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 77th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (KS wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$47,014$71,192+38%#21 of 319#15$12,000
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$38,356$53,392-5%#460 of 757#456$9,500
Precision Metal Working$30,515$47,570-2%#186 of 365#193$4,432
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians$21,427$44,982-17%#9 of 11#9$4,750
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians$24,913$43,482-24%#17 of 21#16$5,500
Precision Production$19,829$28,486-34%——$3,641

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $333,208
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,239/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 67214 (7.2% cap, Wichita)

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🏆 Where Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician
of 4 schools
#5
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
of 6 schools
#6
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
of 8 schools
#7
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#8
Home Health Aide/Home Attendant
of 9 schools
#8
Medication Aide
of 9 schools
#15
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
of 32 schools
#18
Computer Support Specialist
of 50 schools
#23
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 81 schools
#25
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,552 $5,462

Financial Aid

83%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$10,356
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,755
$30,001 - $48,000$9,832
$48,001 - $75,000$11,343
$75,001 - $110,000$14,759
$110,001+$14,503

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 330 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 297 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 158 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 157 grads/yr Home Health Aide/Home Attendant 114 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 111 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 108 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 96 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 73 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 42 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 41 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 38 grads/yr Tool and Die Technology/Technician 38 grads/yr Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD 37 grads/yr Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 34 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 29 grads/yr Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Medication Aide 26 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians
$79k/yr 139,400 jobs
Aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers
$62k/yr 33,600 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Layout workers, metal and plastic
$62k/yr 5,700 jobs
Machinists
$56k/yr 299,500 jobs
Forging machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic
$49k/yr 8,800 jobs

Student Demographics

5,655
Total Students
48%
Women
33%
Traditional Age (18-24)
49%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 24%
Black 10%
Asian 5%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 49%
With Family 51%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,794 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 64%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 33%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology?
Tuition at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology is $4,552 for in-state students and $5,462 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,356.
What is the graduation rate at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology?
The graduation rate at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology a good school?
Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology?
Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology has a total enrollment of 5,655 students.
Is there rental demand near Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology?
Yes! Approximately 49% of students at Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,794 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Wichita area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology