C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
60/100 · earnings-weighted

Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 McAlester, Oklahoma 74501
ℹ️
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
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

575
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
4.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,698
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester ▼

81% 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
$154,305
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,045
1-Year Change
+7.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$31,625
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$28,984
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
45.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
11%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 60th 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 Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester

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
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$55,563-4%#157 of 290#110—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$23,333$52,269+9%#79 of 226#38—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$41,025$49,710-11%#559 of 757#438—
Precision Metal Working$24,017$35,831-26%#347 of 365#332—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$33,344-35%#313 of 319#300—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$19,440$23,939-30%#630 of 637#622—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$9,070—————

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 Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $154,305
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,045/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 74546 (10.5% cap, Haileyville)

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🏆 Where Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester Ranks

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

#11
Medical/Clinical Assistant
of 100 schools
#12
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
of 25 schools
#18
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$8,698
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,889
$30,001 - $48,000$7,138

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 137 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 121 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 110 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 103 grads/yr Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other 81 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 63 grads/yr Electrician 46 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 40 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 32 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 31 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 21 grads/yr Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects 15 grads/yr Project Management 15 grads/yr Graphic Design 14 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 14 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 11 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 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
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Medical assistants
$44k/yr 811,000 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs

Student Demographics

575
Total Students
43%
Women
68%
Traditional Age (18-24)
81%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 6%
Black 4%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 81%
With Family 19%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~466 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 68%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester?
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 Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester?
The graduation rate at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester a good school?
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester?
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester has a total enrollment of 575 students.
Is there rental demand near Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester?
Yes! Approximately 81% of students at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 466 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the McAlester area.

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