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Wichita Technical Institute
Wichita, Kansas · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2051 South Meridian, Wichita, KS 67213 · Phone: (316) 943-2241 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Wichita Technical Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Wichita, Kansas offering medical assistant, pharmacy technician, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Wichita Technical Institute has a 55.1% completion rate, near the Kansas state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $34,101 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Wichita Technical Institute is $24,939, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 62.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,140 | $39,510 | $46,380 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $33,800 | $43,310 | $47,140 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,680 | $48,160 | $59,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 125 | $21,228 | $20,648 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 47 | $21,228 | $20,648 | $13,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $22,811 | $24,201 | $16,500 |
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
Wichita Technical Institute is a private for-profit career school located in Wichita, Kansas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, pharmacy technician programs, and medical billing & coding programs, with medical assistant training being the largest by far.
Federal data show a completion rate of 55.1%, which is near the Kansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $34,101. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,939, and 62.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Placement rates and program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Based on the program families offered, this campus is oriented toward shorter, focused allied-health credentials rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, which may suit career changers seeking a faster path into healthcare support roles. Anyone considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before committing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Wichita Technical Institute offers medical assistant programs, pharmacy technician programs, and medical billing & coding programs. Medical assistant training is the largest program, with 125 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.1%, which is near the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $34,101, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $24,939.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Wichita Technical Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (316) 943-2241 or visit wti.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156134.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs are focused allied-health credentials such as medical assisting and pharmacy technician training, which may suit career changers, though specific adult-learner services are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Wichita Technical Institute at (316) 943-2241 or through its website, https://www.wti.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156134 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.