Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture

  • Part of the University of Nebraska system, the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture is a two-year institution with a statewide mission of preparing students for successful careers in agriculture, veterinary technology and related industries. NCTA is known for its affordable tuition, high job-placement rate for its graduates, and for the success of student teams in competitive activities including crops judging, ranch horse events, livestock judging, shotgun sports, stock dog trials, and intercollegiate rodeo. The college is consistently ranked as one of the best two-year schools in the nation.
  • Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA) offers a unique campus setting. Nestled in the canyons of south west Nebraska the campus is a State Arboretum and Tree City USA. You may enjoy your walk to class in a park like setting, picnic tables are frequently occupied by students studying, eating or just enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Students will enjoy many activities on campus throughout the year. NCTA students can choose to participate in Varsity Sports, Rodeo Team, Equestrian Team, Judging Team, Ranch Horse Team and several clubs and originations, including Collegiate FFA and 4-H. NCTA has a climate controlled arena that the students are welcome to use with their own horses. (Equine Safety class required). Horse boarding is also available within walking distance of the campus. NCTA is committed to providing students with the preparation necessary to develop highly technical employable skills or to continue educational opportunities at a baccalaureate granting university.

School Highlights

Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture serves 340 students (76% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 340 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,026
  • Out-state tuition: $9,446
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 28%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Other Fields
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
18 staff
233 staff
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School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture diversity score of 0.44 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 464% over five years.
Total Enrollment
340 students
1,449 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
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# Full-Time Students
260 students
127 students
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# Part-Time Students
80 students
1,322 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
340 students
26 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
260 students
114 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
80 students
1,322 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
220 students
357 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
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% Asian
n/a
3%
% Hispanic
4%
16%
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% Black
1%
6%
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% White
72%
63%
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% Hawaiian
21%
2%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
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Diversity Score
0.44
0.57
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4268%
0.4502%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,400
$35,400
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,026 is more than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,446 is more than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has grown by 72% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,026
$4,615
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,446
$5,803
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
53%
81%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$21,362
$11,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,161
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Ag Business Club, Aggie Rodeo Association, Collegiate Cattlemen, Collegiate FFA, Crops Judging Team, CRU, Farm Bureau Club, Livestock Judging Team, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Ranch Horse Team, Rodeo Team, Safari Club, Stock Dog Team, Student Senate, Student Technicians of Veterinary Medicine Association, Trap Shooting Club, Women in Ag

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Basketball, Intramural Flag Football, Intramural softball, Intramural Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture cost?
Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture's tuition is approximately $5,026 for In-State students and $9,446 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 340 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,026
  • Out-state tuition: $9,446
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 28%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Nebraska public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,615 per year for in-state students and $5,803 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,095 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Nebraska community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Nebraska is Myotherapy Institute. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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