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Ranken Technical College

4431 Finney Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63113
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  • Ranken Technical College is a private, non-profit, degree granting institution of higher learning whose primary mission is to provide the comprehensive education and training necessary to prepare students for employment and advancement in a variety of technical fields.

School Highlights

Ranken Technical College serves 1,826 students (73% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 88%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,826 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,664
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ranken Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 207 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ranken Technical College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
207 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Ranken Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Ranken Technical College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,826 students
1,606 students
This chart displays the total enrollment of Ranken Technical College and community college average number of enrollment of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
This chart displays the student staff ratio of Ranken Technical College and community college average student staff ratio of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Full-Time Students
1,329 students
638 students
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# Part-Time Students
497 students
968 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Ranken Technical College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Ranken Technical College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Missouri.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
190 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,329 students
638 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Ranken Technical College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
497 students
497 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
200 students
200 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
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% Asian
19%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Ranken Technical College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Ranken Technical College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
4%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Ranken Technical College and the percentage of Black community college students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
2%
12%
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% Hawaiian
65%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Ranken Technical College and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Two or more races
8%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Ranken Technical College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Unknown races
n/a
19%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ranken Technical College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Missouri.
Diversity Score
0.53
0.69
This chart displays the diversity score of Ranken Technical College and the community college average diversity score of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4251%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.6465%
0.6667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$48,800
$30,900
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Ranken Technical College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Missouri by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $14,664 is less than the state average of $16,263. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,664
$16,263
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Ranken Technical College and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Tuition Notes
Please see our Tuition and Fees page here: ranken.edu
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
91%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Ranken Technical College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Ranken Technical College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Ranken Technical College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Ranken Technical College has multiple locations in Missouri. Ranken's state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and campus are continually updated to provide students exposure to cutting-edge technology. Through day and evening school programs, Ranken students are trained to enter over 100 professional fields. Each program features Ranken Technical College provide you with the education, training and experience necessary for a successful career in a variety of technical fields. Expert skills and working knowledge of new technologies help Ranken graduates get ahead faster. We offer two bachelor programs, two-year associate degree programs, and one-and two-year certificate programs in a variety of technical fields through our Day School and Evening School programs. As an accredited member of the Higher Lerning Commission, Ranken provides quality education, with standards equal to those of leading four-year colleges in the St. Louis region. In two short years, Ranken students graduate with comprehensive training in degree and certificate programs. Plus, our credits are transferable through articulation agreements with many local four-year colleges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ranken Technical College cost?
Ranken Technical College's private state tuition is approximately $14,664.
What schools are Ranken Technical College often compared to?
Ranken Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Louis Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Ranken Technical College's ranking?
Ranken Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Ranken Technical College located?
Ranken Technical College is located in the Lewis Place neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,826 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,664
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Verified school update

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