B
Good
Score: 64/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
76/100 · earnings-weighted

Northwest Technology Center-Alva

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Alva, Oklahoma 73717
🌐 https://nwtech.edu/
Northwest Technology Center-Alva
Northwest Technology Center-Alva
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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
37/100

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

265
Total Enrollment
100%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,038
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northwest Technology Center-Alva ▼

100% 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
$123,422
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1-Year Change
+12.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$32,501
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,157
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
76.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
9.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 63rd 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.

For parents & investors

The Northwest Technology Center-Alva Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $123,422
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73717 (5.5% cap, Alva)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$10,038
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,038

Student Demographics

265
Total Students
51%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)
100%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 12%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 100%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~265 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest Technology Center-Alva?
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 Northwest Technology Center-Alva?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Technology Center-Alva?
The graduation rate at Northwest Technology Center-Alva is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Northwest Technology Center-Alva a good school?
Northwest Technology Center-Alva has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northwest Technology Center-Alva?
Northwest Technology Center-Alva has a total enrollment of 265 students.
Is there rental demand near Northwest Technology Center-Alva?
Yes! Approximately 100% of students at Northwest Technology Center-Alva live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 265 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Alva area.

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