PERRY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
- 2011 W Washington Ave.
- Yakima, WA 98903
- OPEID College Code: 00938700
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- General Phone: (509) 453-0374 x218
- President: Christine Cote
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 486
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About
Perry Technical Institute provides vocational programs for students wishing to enter into the work force with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed. PTI was founded in 1939 by Harriet I. Perry in memory of her late husband, local business pioneer John M. Perry. The school is located and serves the community of Yakima, Washington. The school does not have a traditional fall start date, instead offering a year round approach to enrollment.
Academics
Perry Technical Institute offers eleven vocational programs for students to choose from. Each program has knowledgeable instructors with professional experience in order to provide students with the most comprehensive and quality education possible.
Programs Offered:
- Automotive
- Paralegal
- Welding Technology
- Medical Office
- Business Technology and Accounting
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Electrical
- Instrumentation
- Information Technology and Communications Systems
- Machine
- Graphic Technology
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at Perry Technical Institute must make a visit to the campus, take a placement exam, provide previous transcripts and proof of graduation from high school or a GED, pay all associated fees and attend the mandatory orientation. Financial aid is available to eligible students, with eligibility determined by the Free Application for Federal Student AID (FAFSA), which should be completed and submitted in or to be considered.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.perrytech.edu

- Mission Statement
- Perry Technical Institute will provide industry with well-trained people who are motivated to work as team members to meet the needs of industry in our rapidly evolving technological world.
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.perrytech.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 204 | 84 | 288 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 146 (72%) | 68 (81%) | 214 (74%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 112 (77%) | 50 (74%) | 162 (76%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 89%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 77% | 57% | 37% | 21% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,248 | $2,429 | $2,561 | $729 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.3% | 3.3% | 4.1% |
| Number in Default | 15 | 6 | 8 |
| Number in Repayment | 203 | 178 | 194 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $21,556 | $20,742 | $20,158 |
| Books and Supplies | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,280 | $10,746 | $10,456 |
| Other Expenses | $4,512 | $4,260 | $4,120 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,024 | $3,792 | $3,664 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $40,848 | $39,248 | $38,234 |
| Off Campus with Family | $29,080 | $28,034 | $27,322 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $25,056 | 2,784 Contact Hours | 24 Months |
| Instrumentation Technology | $26,629 | 2,688 Contact Hours | 24 Months |
| Heating and Air Conditioning | $25,148 | 2,784 Contact Hours | 24 Months |
| Communications Technologies and Support Services | $27,713 | 2,688 Contact Hours | 24 Months |
| Medical Office Administration | $20,127 | 2,016 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | $20,285 | 2,016 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Business Administration Degree | 17 |
| Communication Technology | |
| Communications Technologies and Support Services, Other Degree | 28 |
| Construction Trades | |
| Electrician Degree | 50 |
| Engineering Technology | |
| Instrumentation Technology Degree | 45 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Medical Office Administration Degree | 18 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Auto Mechanics Technology Degree | 25 |
| Heating and Air Conditioning Degree | 37 |
| Precision Production | |
| Machine Tool Technology Degree | 14 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Commercial and Advertising Art Degree | 25 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 486 Undergraduate: 486
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 383 Female: 103
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 383 Female: 103
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 486 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 486 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 18 | 4% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 74 | 15% |
| Ages 20-21 | 124 | 26% |
| Ages 22-24 | 71 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 88 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 41 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 32 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 36 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 19 | 4% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 67 | 64 | 3 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 30 | 30 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 30 | 30 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Skilled Crafts | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 89%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 86% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 85% |
| Female | 86% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 100% |
| Asian | 88% |
| Hispanic | 84% |
| White | 85% |
| Unknown | 100% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | - | 4 |
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