C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
92/100 · earnings-weighted

Southwest Technology Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Altus, Oklahoma 73521
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: 83%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

309
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$13,712
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southwest Technology Center ▼

82% 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
$112,474
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,002
1-Year Change
+4.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$48,966
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,498
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
78.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
19.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 97th 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 Southwest 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians—$69,613+29%#3 of 11#2—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$62,838+22%#47 of 319#24—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$39,527—————

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 Southwest Technology Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $112,474
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,002/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73570 (10.2% cap, Tipton)

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🏆 Where Southwest Technology Center Ranks

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

#15
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

64%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$13,712
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,690
$30,001 - $48,000$10,623

Student Demographics

309
Total Students
45%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)
82%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 30%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 82%
With Family 18%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~254 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southwest 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 Southwest Technology Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Southwest Technology Center?
The graduation rate at Southwest Technology Center is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Southwest Technology Center a good school?
Southwest Technology Center has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Southwest Technology Center?
Southwest Technology Center has a total enrollment of 309 students.
Is there rental demand near Southwest Technology Center?
Yes! Approximately 82% of students at Southwest Technology Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 254 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Altus area.

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