Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

8820 East Pine Street
Tulsa, OK 74115
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • As an aeronautical college that has been training people since 1928, Spartan has an extensive history of contributions to the aviation industry. From the beauty of simple careers that formed the backbone of an industry which is taking us into space, to those leadership positions that are spearheading the advancing technology of the industry, Spartan is well represented all over the world. We have become more than simply a training institution, but also a fellowship. We're a community of those committed to meeting the needs of the ever evolving world of aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, and other related technological fields.

School Highlights

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology serves 684 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 87%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 684 students
  • Private-state tuition: $16,395
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 257 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
257 staff
154 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology diversity score of 0.80 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
684 students
1,415 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
684 students
503 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
912 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
895 students
270 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
684 students
470 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
811 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
320 students
300 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
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% Asian
7%
9%
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% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
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% Black
18%
14%
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% White
4%
13%
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% Hawaiian
33%
55%
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% Two or more races
23%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
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% Unknown races
12%
2%
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Diversity Score
0.80
0.65
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5652%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.7065%
0.2508%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$44,800
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $16,395 is more than the state average of $14,142. The private state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,395
$14,142
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Tuition Notes
Varies by Program
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$16,063
$12,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,889
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Acceptance Rate
77%
55%
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SAT Reading
n/a
387
SAT Math
n/a
475
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Spartan has over 247,000 square feet of training facilities on three campuses and located at two Tulsa-area airports. Spartan maintains industry-current equipment to offer hands-on training that prepares students for entry-level career positions. Spartan has over 25 aircraft for technical training and maintains a fleet of over 45 aircraft for flight training. Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology offers programs in Professional Pilot, Aviation Maintenance, Avionics Maintenance and Quality Control/Nondestructive Testing. Spartan offers associate of applied science degrees, and a bachelor's degree program. Spartan is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Private and Vocational Schools (OBPVS). Most courses are approved by the Oklahoma State Accrediting Agency for Veterans (GI Bill). The Aviation Maintenance Technician Programs and Flight Programs are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology cost?
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology's private state tuition is approximately $16,395.
What is the acceptance rate of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology?
The acceptance rate of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology is 77%, which is higher than the state average of 55%.
What is Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology's ranking?
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oklahoma for: Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 684 students
  • Private-state tuition: $16,395
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

Tulsa County, OK community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Tulsa County, OK is Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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