by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Western Technical College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Western Technical College is ranked #2,975 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Texas, it ranks #179 of 184 for value.
These Western Technical College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Business Administration / Management | #63 of 65 |
| Office Administration | #63 of 65 |
| Registered Nursing | #911 of 966 |
| Nursing | #935 of 990 |
| Business Administration & Management | #1,184 of 1,251 |
| Health Professions | #1,193 of 1,275 |
Read the full Western Technical College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Western Technical College is ranked #98 out of #113 in Texas for quality and #179 out of #184 for Texas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Western Technical College financial aid page to be sure.
Western Technical College is ranked #2,975 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Western Technical College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Western Technical College costs about $28,538. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $114,150 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $29,093 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $28,004 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,538 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $114,150 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Western Technical College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Western Technical College costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Western Technical College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $116,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,150 | #2,975 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $112,016 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $116,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,150 | #179 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $112,016 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Western Technical College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $29,257 |
| $30K–$48K | $29,742 |
| $48K–$75K | $30,493 |
| $75K–$110K | $31,355 |
| Over $110K | $31,611 |
About 51% of Western Technical College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $2,461 per year. Get more details on the Western Technical College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Western Technical College cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.