Average

Score: 46/100

Overall (traditional)

C+

Outcome Rating

55/100 · earnings-weighted

High Plains Technology Center

Less than 2-Year Public

📍 Woodward, Oklahoma 73801

🌐 https://www.hptc.edu/

High Plains Technology Center campus, Woodward, OK. Photo: Jzwei at English Wikipedia, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%

Outcomes

32/100

Affordability

73/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

21/100

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

332

Total Enrollment

50%

Graduation Rate

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$7,057

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near High Plains Technology Center ▼

25% 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

$131,084

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,392

1-Year Change

+4.4%

See full rental market data for 73801 →

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at High Plains Technology Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$33,734

Median earnings 10 yrs after entry

$28,469

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

79.6%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

10.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 68th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OK wage index 0.79). 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 High Plains Technology Center

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.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians	$67,935	—	—	—	—	—

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 High Plains Technology Center Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $131,084
Avg rent near campus: $1,392/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73801 (8.3% cap, Woodward)

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🏆 Where High Plains Technology Center Ranks

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

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Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Other

of 1 schools

#22

Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician

of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

72%

Receive Any Aid

21%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$7,057

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$5,713
$30,001 - $48,000	$6,595
$48,001 - $75,000	$10,207

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Welding Technology/Welder 51 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Other 26 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 22 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 14 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 9 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 7 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 6 grads/yr Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General 6 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 5 grads/yr Rehabilitation Aide 3 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 3 grads/yr Game and Interactive Media Design 3 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 3 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 3 grads/yr Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician 2 grads/yr Medical Office Assistant/Specialist 2 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from High Plains Technology Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers

$51k/yr 457,300 jobs

Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders

$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists

$61k/yr 319,900 jobs

Automotive service technicians and mechanics

$50k/yr 805,600 jobs

Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay

$101k/yr 23,400 jobs

Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians

$80k/yr 9,300 jobs

Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians

$77k/yr 93,700 jobs

Electrical and electronics drafters

$74k/yr 21,600 jobs

Student Demographics

332

Total Students

38%

Women

49%

Traditional Age (18-24)

25%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%

Hispanic 12%

Black 1%

Asian 1%

Two or More 36%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 25%

With Family 75%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~83 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%

25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at High Plains Technology Center?

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 High Plains Technology Center?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at High Plains Technology Center?

The graduation rate at High Plains Technology Center is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is High Plains Technology Center a good school?

High Plains Technology Center has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend High Plains Technology Center?

High Plains Technology Center has a total enrollment of 332 students.

Is there rental demand near High Plains Technology Center?

Yes! Approximately 25% of students at High Plains Technology Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 83 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Woodward area.

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