Salina Area Technical College

Salina Area Technical College: Academics, Admissions & Tuition Info

Research the degree and training programs offered at Salina Area Technical College in Salina, KS. Learn about its academics, and get admission and financial aid info to decide if this is the right school for you.

About Salina Area Technical College

Salina Area Technical College, commonly called Salina Tech, was established as Salina Area Vocational Technical School in 1965. The school's name was changed to Salina Area Technical College (SATC) in 2008. The school is located in Salina, Kansas, which is the seventh largest city in the state.

Academics

For potential students seeking educational options in order to immediately enter a career field, the school offers technical certificates in 15 areas of study. These areas of study include automotive technology, business administration technology and environmental technology.

In 2009, this public school expanded its academic program offerings to include 14 Associate of Applied Science degree programs. Examples of programs include dental assisting and welding technology. SATC also offers continuing education courses aimed at improving workforce skills. Students have the option to participate in internships throughout their studies upon an instructor's approval, usually lasting three weeks or less.

Admissions

Salina Tech has an open admission policy. The general application process for prospective students requires the submission of an application, available online at the school's website, and a $25 non-refundable enrollment fee. Applicants may also download the form and mail in the application with the additional requirements. As part of the application packet, prospective students also need to submit a high school transcript or GED scores. All full-time students are required to complete the COMPASS Reading and Math tests.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition rates vary by degree or certificate program. For the 2012-2013 academic year, estimated costs for two-year programs ranged from $6,964 to $13,094. These estimated costs include tuition, fees, books, tools and uniforms. One-year program costs in 2012-2013 ranged from $4,940 to $7,335 and also include estimated costs of tuition, fees, books, tools and uniforms. For example, the fairly popular medical assistant program cost $6,236, while the auto collision repair program cost $7,335 in 2012-2013.

During the 2010-2011 academic year, 41% of all undergraduates received financial aid in the form of grants or scholarships. Financial aid options include federal loans, state or federal grants and scholarships. Among other scholarship opportunities, there are four institutional scholarships available through the Salina Tech Foundation. SATC also offers a plan payment option on a case-by-case basis, allowing qualifying students to make payment installments on tuition and fees.

SALINA AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE QUICK FACTS
School Type	Public, two-year**
Degrees Offered	Associate's, certificate programs**
Religious Affiliation	None**
Academic Calendar	Semester**
School Setting	Fringe rural**
Student Body	402 (all undergraduate) in fall 2011**
Student Housing	Salina Tech is partnered with Kansas State University to offer student housing*
ACADEMICS
Programs	15 programs available*
Student-Faculty Ratio	12 to 1**
Most Popular Fields of Study by Degree Level (Number of Recipients)	In 2010-2011: Less-than-one-year certificate: Nursing assistant/aide (191) One to less-than-two-year certificate: Welding technology (16), autobody collision and repair technology (16) Associate's: Dental assisting/assistant (5) Two to less-than-four-year certificate: Automobile/automotive mechanics technology (10)**
Undergraduate Graduation Rates	For students who began in fall 2008: 65% within normal time 65% within 150% of normal time**
ADMISSIONS
Admission Rate	Open admissions**
Entering Class Size	181 in fall 2011**
First-Year Retention Rates (2011)	64% of full-time and 72% of part-time students**
Undergraduate Application Due Date	Rolling admissions*
Decision Notification Date	Rolling decisions*
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
Tuition (2012-2013)	Cost per semester hour is $93 for most programs, Dental and medical programs cost $110 per semester hour*
Financial Aid Sources Available (Percent of First-time Undergraduates Receiving it)	In 2010-2011: Federal grants (62%), state and local grants/scholarships (11%), institutional grants/scholarships (3%), federal loans (40%)**
Percent of First-Time Undergraduate Students Receiving Some Form of Aid	75% in 2010-2011**

Sources: *Salina Area Technical College, **National Center for Education Statistics.

School Contact Information

Address: Student Services, Salina Area Technical College, 2562 Centennial Road, Salina, Kansas 67401
Phone: 785-309-3100
Website: www.salinatech.edu