- Western Technical College is a fourth-generation, locally-owned college, proudly serving the El Paso community since 1970. This is the place where you can take your passion and turn it into a career you love. Here, you`ll be surrounded by classmates who share your passion and are on the same path. Our caring instructors and staff are totally dedicated to your success and will be with you every step of the way. Think about it: the few months of hard work that you invest in your education today will set the stage for a bright future tomorrow.
School Highlights
Western Technical College serves 1,206 students (69% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Acceptance Rate: 85%
- Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 86%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Western Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 30% over five years.
Western Technical College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
13 acres
Total Faculty
89 staff
73 staff
Number of Programs Offered
9
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Technical College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Western Technical College diversity score of 0.43 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,206 students
4,254 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
834 students
902 students
# Part-Time Students
372 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,206 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
834 students
869 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
372 students
3,370 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Hispanic
74%
47%
% Black
4%
13%
% White
14%
25%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
2%
Diversity Score
0.43
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
70%
30.45%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
64%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,900
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
66%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,572
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
85%
93%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- We`re here to provide high-quality training and education in a caring, professional environment. We give new students, working adults, active military, and military veterans the skills they need to succeed and advance in their chosen careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Western Technical College?
The acceptance rate of Western Technical College is 85%, which is lower than the state average of 93%.
What is Western Technical College's ranking?
Western Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Highest completion rates.
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