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Pioneer Technology Center
Ponca City, Oklahoma · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 2101 N Ash, Ponca City, OK 74601 · Phone: (580) 762-8336 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pioneer Technology Center is a public trade school in Ponca City, Oklahoma offering CNA classes, cosmetology, and culinary programs, accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education.
Pioneer Technology Center has a 73.2% completion rate, near the state average of 69.1%, and graduates earn a median of $29,841 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 Pioneer Technology Center is reported at $14,464, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 15.2% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $29,630 | $35,930 | $38,250 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,980 | $29,650 | $44,260 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $28,920 | $58,540 | $67,560 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,860 | $49,720 | $60,790 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $45,440 | $58,320 | $62,060 |
| Construction laborers | $33,490 | $39,360 | $47,460 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,410 | $46,560 | $64,260 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $34,780 | $40,500 | $46,750 |
| Machinists | $36,380 | $51,120 | $62,050 |
| Medical assistants | $31,880 | $38,750 | $45,630 |
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, 300–899 hours | 32 | $35,077 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $35,077 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $35,077 | $38,289 | 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
Pioneer Technology Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Ponca City, Oklahoma. It is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used here. The campus offers 14 program families, with its most-attended programs being CNA classes, Cosmetology schools, and Culinary & pastry schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.2%, which is near the state average of 69.1%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $29,841. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,464, and 15.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 89 undergraduate students and 107 trade completers reported, this is a small campus located in a remote town setting. The program mix leans toward shorter, career-focused certificate-style training (CNA, cosmetology, culinary) rather than longer associate-degree tracks, which may suit those seeking a faster path into a trade rather than a multi-year commitment; whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on specific program length and schedule details not reported here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and review current outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pioneer Technology Center offers 14 program families, with the most-attended being CNA classes, Cosmetology schools, and Culinary & pastry schools. It also offers welding, LPN, construction trades, auto mechanics, pharmacy tech, CNC machining, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Pioneer Technology Center is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.2%, which is near the state average of 69.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (580) 762-8336 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,841 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $14,464 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Pioneer Technology Center is a public institution, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain state-funded programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (580) 762-8336 or visit https://pioneertech.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?364627.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows shorter, career-focused programs such as CNA and cosmetology, which may suit those seeking quicker entry into a trade, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pioneer Technology Center at (580) 762-8336 or through its website, https://pioneertech.edu/.
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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.