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Great Plains Technology Center
Lawton, Oklahoma · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 4500 SW Lee Blvd, Lawton, OK 73505 · Phone: (580) 355-6371 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Great Plains Technology Center is a public trade and career school in Lawton, Oklahoma, offering LPN/LVN, culinary, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Great Plains Technology Center has a 95.0% completion rate, above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%, and median earnings of $42,376 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Great Plains Technology Center is reported at $12,801, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with about 25.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $45,440 | $58,320 | $62,060 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $28,920 | $58,540 | $67,560 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,200 | $61,190 | $65,120 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,410 | $46,560 | $64,260 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,860 | $49,720 | $60,790 |
| Electricians | $37,900 | $61,010 | $76,510 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,980 | $29,650 | $44,260 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,050 | $57,560 | $72,110 |
| Construction laborers | $33,490 | $39,360 | $47,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $28,181 | $31,423 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $32,819 | $36,848 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 7 | not reported | $18,315 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $18,315 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Great Plains Technology Center is a public trade and career training campus in Lawton, Oklahoma. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for training. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and overseen by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education. Its most-awarded programs are LPN / LVN programs, Culinary & pastry schools, and Surgical technologist programs, among 11 total program families offered including welding, HVAC, electrician, cosmetology, and construction trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 95.0%, well above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $42,376. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,801. About 25.6% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of financial need among the student body. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This setting, a small city campus with a mix of short certificate tracks (like LPN and surgical tech) and hands-on trade programs, may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though program length details are not specified here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Great Plains Technology Center offers 11 program families, most notably LPN/LVN programs, culinary & pastry schools, and surgical technologist programs, alongside welding, HVAC, electrician, cosmetology, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and overseen by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 95.0%, compared to a state average of 69.1%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (580) 355-6371 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $42,376, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $12,801.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published tuition and eligibility for state career-tech funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education, and review outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?364548.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of short certificate programs, such as LPN and surgical technologist tracks, and hands-on trade programs, which may suit adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Great Plains Technology Center at (580) 355-6371 or visit https://www.greatplains.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide comparative placement or outcome figures against other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.