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Southwest Technology Center

Altus, OK·Public·www.swtech.edu/
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Campus Identity

Very Safe

Southwest Technology Center is a public college in Altus, OK. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southwest Technology Center is a public college in Altus, OK. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Ski Access

499 miles

Mt. Crescent Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

55°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

499 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts
632 mi away
797 mi away
35 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Altus, OK

39°Jan43°Feb52°Mar61°Apr71°May80°Jun84°Jul83°Aug75°Sep63°Oct51°Nov41°Dec

Station: ALTUS IRIG RES STATION · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

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Fields of Study

17 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
68 grads/yr$62,838
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
42 grads/yr
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
12 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
11 grads/yr
Design and Applied ArtsCertificate
10 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
Certificate$69,613
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate68 grads$62,838
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate42 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate12 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate11 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Certificate10 grads
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies
Certificate7 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate7 grads
Teaching Assistants/Aides
Certificate6 grads
Biology, General
Certificate4 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southwest Technology Center located?

Southwest Technology Center is located in Altus, OK. The main campus address is 711 W. Tamarack, Altus, OK. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Southwest Technology Center the right fit for me?

Whether Southwest Technology Center is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Altus, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwest Technology Center against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Southwest Technology Center directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Altus, OK
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 55°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Altus, OK (LTS) · 4 mialso HBR (28 mi), LAW (53 mi)

Location

Altus, OK

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.