WESTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
- 9624 Plaza Circle
- El Paso, TX 79927
- OPEID College Code: 02098300
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- General Phone: (915) 532-3737
- President: Allan Sharpe
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 958
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Western Technical College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
About
Western Technical College, located in El Paso, Texas, is a privately owned 2 year institution dedicated to career education. For over forty years WTC has provided vocational education opportunities to students through practical and formal instruction. The staff is experienced and dedicated to providing students with the best education possible for a given program, imparting the skills learned through professional experience.
Academics
Western Technical College provides vocational programs a in a variety of fields and educates its students to be able to work in those fields after completion of the program. A professional faculty and state of the art facilities will assist in the education process, and practical applications along with traditional study will be utilized to learn a develop the skills necessary for success.
Programs offered include:
- Massage Therapy
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Diesel Technology
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Advanced Welding
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at Western Technical College must be seventeen years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED. Some programs may require additional testing as well as medical information. WTC offers a several forms of financial aid assistance. Students interested in financial aid should contact the financial aid office to begin the process. The financial aid office will assist interested students through every step of the application process.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.westerntech.edu
- Mission Statement
- To provide quality training in a caring, professional way that will prepare a new students or upgrade an experienced worker to succeed in the modern, high-tech workforce.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
Western Technical College Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Western Technical College
El Paso, TX 79924
15 Miles Away
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 248 | 136 | 384 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 181 (73%) | 82 (60%) | 263 (68%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 181 (100%) | 82 (100%) | 263 (100%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 96%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 84% | 96% | - | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,206 | $5,019 | - | $1,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.5% | 12.5% | 14.7% |
| Number in Default | 37 | 69 | 97 |
| Number in Repayment | 672 | 549 | 657 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Auto Mechanics Technology
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $22,950 | $22,065 | $20,595 |
| Books and Supplies | $4,500 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,548 | $4,188 | - |
| Other Expenses | $3,200 | $3,000 | - |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,900 | $2,840 | $2,840 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | $35,198 | $33,253 | $24,595 |
| Off Campus | $34,750 | $33,165 | $31,695 |
| Off Campus with Family | $30,350 | $28,905 | $27,435 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Mechanics Technology | $27,450 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
| Refrigeration Technology | $26,250 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
| Medical Assistant | $14,400 | 1,000 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Welding Technology | $28,200 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 15 Months |
| Diesel Mechanics | $27,820 | 1,400 Contact Hours | 14 Months |
| Auto Mechanics Technology | $19,370 | 900 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ||
| Refrigeration Technology Degree | 3 | 54 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Medical Assistant Degree | 100 | - |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | ||
| Auto Mechanics Technology Degree | 3 | 116 |
| Diesel Mechanics Degree | 35 | - |
| Precision Production | ||
| Welding Technology Degree | 15 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 958 Undergraduate: 958
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 775 Female: 183
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 775 Female: 183
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 741 Part-Time: 217
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 741 Part-Time: 217
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 190 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 217 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 157 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 147 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 86 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 61 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 65 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 35 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 117 | 88 | 29 |
| Faculty Status | 58 | 42 | 16 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 58 | 42 | 16 |
| Primarily Instruction | 58 | 42 | 16 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 41 | 41 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | - | 10 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $30,943 (42) | $32,400 (33) | $25,600 (9) |
| Instructor | $30,943 (42) | $32,400 (33) | $25,600 (9) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $25,317 (42) | $26,510 (33) | $20,946 (9) |
| Instructor | $25,317 (42) | $26,510 (33) | $20,946 (9) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 74% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 71% |
| Female | 86% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | 100% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
