- 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 4,606 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 4,606 students
- In-state tuition: $7,169
- Out-state tuition: $8,587
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 44%
- 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:
School Overview
The teacher population of 347 teachers has grown by 132% over five years.
Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates 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
347 staff
156 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology has grown by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Wichita State University-Campus Of Applied Sciences And Technology diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,606 students
1,530 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
1,499 students
628 students
# Part-Time Students
3,107 students
902 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
317 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,499 students
628 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,107 students
888 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
19%
14%
% Black
10%
9%
% White
56%
63%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
39%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.65%
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 $3,484. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,587 is more than the state average of $4,443. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,169
$3,484
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,587
$4,443
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,892
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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