Salina Area Technical College

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Accredited

Higher Learning Commission

Open

Enrollment

$7,128

Avg. Tuition

1,017

Total Students

Small Town

Salina, KS

Founded 1965

24 acres

About Salina Area Technical College

Salina Area Technical College is a public institution that provides high-quality technical education and skills training. It is recognized for having one of the highest graduation rates among two-year colleges in the United States and focuses on hands-on learning to prepare students for immediate employment.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianPlumbingAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryPharmacy TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

Welding Technology

Technical Certificate or AAS

Duration: 9-18 months
Tuition: $13,460

Practical Nursing

Technical Certificate

Duration: 11 months
Tuition: $14,683

Automotive Technology

Technical Certificate or AAS

Duration: 9-18 months
Tuition: $11,236

Commercial Truck Driving

Certificate

Duration: 6-8 weeks
Tuition: $4,251

Dental Hygiene

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $15,000

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
14:1
Hands-On Training
75%
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, and Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

16+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Official transcripts
  • Placement test scores (ACCUPLACER/ACT)
  • Tuberculosis screening questionnaire
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $7,128
Books & Supplies $2,336
Equipment Fees $1,140
Estimated Total $10,604

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Kansas Promise Scholarship
  • SATC Excellence Scholarship
  • Pay It Forward Scholarship
  • Dane G. Hansen Foundation Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

75%

Graduation Rate

95%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$42,175

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Salina Regional Health CenterKansas Department of TransportationHoliday ResortGreat Plains Manufacturing

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available

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