- 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:
Category
Attribute
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
School Calendar
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
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,329 students
638 students
# Part-Time Students
497 students
968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
190 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,329 students
638 students
# 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
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
19%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
4%
5%
% White
2%
12%
% Hawaiian
65%
50%
% Two or more races
8%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
19%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.69
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
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
Tuition Notes
Please see our Tuition and Fees page here: ranken.edu
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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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