- Wichita Area Technical College (WATC) has been delivering excellence in education since 1965. WATC continues to build on this tradition with quality instructors, talented students and state-of-the-art technical equipment. Together, these elements help create a hands-on learning environment that promotes participation and prepares students for further education and/or career experiences. The mission of WATC is to provide quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. WATC will be the leading provider of higher education, specializing in the delivery of career technical education, utilizing state of-the-art facilities with highly qualified faculty, and offering a competitive advantage that drives economic development in the region.
School Highlights
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology serves 6,106 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 6,106 students
- In-state tuition: $7,169
- Out-state tuition: $8,587
- Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
- Minority enrollment: 48%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 194 teachers has declined by 44% over five years.
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
194 staff
50 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology has grown by 32% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,106 students
1,376 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
1,966 students
531 students
# Part-Time Students
4,140 students
915 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,106 students
1,376 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,966 students
529 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,140 students
915 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
24%
16%
% Black
10%
9%
% White
52%
59%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$34,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,169 is more than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has grown by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,587 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has grown by 44% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,169
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,587
$4,296
Tuition Notes
$135 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,892
$9,071
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology cost?
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology's tuition is approximately $7,169 for In-State students and $8,587 for Out-State students.
What is Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology's ranking?
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Largest student body.
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