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Southwest Kansas Technical School (Liberal Area Vo-tech)
- 2215 N Kansas
- Liberal, KS 67901
- OPEID College Code: 00817200
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- General Phone: (620) 604-2900
- Director: Ed Poley
- Website: www.usd480.net
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 197
- College Alias: Liberal Area Vo-tech
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Southwest Kansas Technical School, in partnership with the community, is committed to lifelong learning with opportunities to acquire workplace skills and attitudes as contributing members of an international society.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 56%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 19% | 8% | 36% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $2,079 | $2,103 | $1,411 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Automotive Mechanics Technology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $2,433 | $2,380 | $2,385 |
| Books and Supplies | $290 | $250 | $250 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,285 | $5,285 | $5,285 |
| Other Expenses | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,660 | $8,660 | $8,660 |
| Other Expenses | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,225 | $2,225 | $2,225 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | $10,608 | $10,515 | $10,520 |
| Off Campus | $14,083 | $13,990 | $13,995 |
| Off Campus with Family | $4,948 | $4,855 | $4,860 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | $2,723 | 1,356 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Autobody, Collision and Repair Technology | $3,189 | 48 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Welding Technology | $2,704 | 48 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $2,674 | 38 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | $2,556 | 38 Credit Hours | 9 Months |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | $2,754 | 48 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 197 Undergraduate: 197
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 160 Female: 37
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 160 Female: 37
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 147 Part-Time: 50
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 147 Part-Time: 50
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 4 | 2% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 109 | 55% |
| White | 83 | 42% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 36 | 18% |
| Ages 18-19 | 81 | 41% |
| Ages 20-21 | 49 | 25% |
| Ages 22-24 | 16 | 8% |
| Ages 25-29 | 7 | 4% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2 | 1% |
| Ages 35-39 | 3 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 3 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 51 | 38 | 13 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Primarily Instruction | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 8 | 5 | 3 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 87%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 78% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 84% |
| Female | 60% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 67% |
| Hispanic | 82% |
| White | 78% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | - | 2 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
