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Northwest Kansas Technical College (NWKTC)
- 1209 Harrison St
- Goodland, KS 67735
- OPEID College Code: 00526700
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- General Phone: (785) 890-3641
- President: Kenneth A. Clouse
- Website: www.nwktc.edu

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 252
- College Alias: NWKTC

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
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - NWKTC Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Small
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 94%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 66% | 65% | 7% | 63% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,481 | $3,054 | $500 | $481 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.5% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Number in Default | 9 | 7 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 163 | 174 | 193 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Automotive Mechanics Technology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $5,607 | $4,859 | $4,597 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,675 | $2,600 | $2,375 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,600 |
| Other Expenses | $2,680 | $2,680 | $2,760 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,600 |
| Other Expenses | $2,680 | $2,680 | $2,760 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,680 | $2,680 | $2,760 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | $14,962 | $14,139 | $14,332 |
| Off Campus | $14,962 | $14,139 | $14,332 |
| Off Campus with Family | $10,962 | $10,139 | $9,732 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | $8,282 | 2,160 Contact Hours | 16 Months |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | $8,370 | 2,800 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
| Autobody, Collision and Repair Technology | $8,882 | 2,800 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
| Civil Engineering Technology | $6,420 | 2,520 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design | $8,797 | 2,160 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Electrician | $8,300 | 2,800 Contact Hours | 20 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | 6 | 3 |
| Communication Technology | ||
| Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design | 10 | 3 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| System, Networking, and Lan or Wan Management | 1 | - |
| Construction Trades | ||
| Carpentry | 6 | - |
| Electrician | 10 | 2 |
| Engineering Technology | ||
| Civil Engineering Technology | 2 | 6 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Medical Assistance | 6 | 5 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | ||
| Autobody, Collision and Repair Technology | 9 | 1 |
| Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology | 2 | 1 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | 20 | - |
| Electrical Equipment Installation and Repair | 3 | 3 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | 7 | - |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | 28 | 4 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ||
| Cosmetology | 5 | - |
| Nail Technician | 3 | - |
| Precision Production | ||
| Welding Technology | 7 | 4 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 252 Undergraduate: 252
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 194 Female: 58
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 194 Female: 58
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 243 Part-Time: 9
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 243 Part-Time: 9
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.8% |
| Black | 2 | 0.8% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 25 | 10% |
| White | 223 | 88% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 124 | 49% |
| Ages 20-21 | 56 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 22 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 19 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 9 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1 | 0.4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 12 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 6 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 67 | 59 | 8 |
| Faculty Status | 32 | 28 | 4 |
| Tenured Faculty | 16 | 16 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 32 | 28 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 32 | 28 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 22 | 19 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 12 | 12 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $39,926 (28) | $41,039 (20) | $37,143 (8) |
| Instructor | $39,926 (28) | $41,039 (20) | $37,143 (8) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $32,667 (28) | $33,578 (20) | $30,391 (8) |
| Instructor | $32,667 (28) | $33,578 (20) | $30,391 (8) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 88%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 76% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 76% |
| Female | 75% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 72% |
| White | 77% |
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